No. 4,244 in French
dépendances
Outbuildings or annexes.
In a sentence
Les dépendances de cette maison incluent un garage et une remise.
The outbuildings of this house include a garage and a shed.
Here, 'dépendances' refers to auxiliary buildings associated with the main property, implying additional constructions like a garage or storage.
Il faut combattre les dépendances aux drogues pour améliorer la santé publique.
Addictions to drugs must be addressed to improve public health.
In this context, 'dépendances' is used to indicate substance addictions or dependencies individuals may suffer from.
La dépendance financière envers ses parents peut limiter son autonomie.
Financial dependence on one's parents can limit one's autonomy.
Here, 'dépendance' signifies reliance or dependence on financial support, showing a metaphorical usage of the term.
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