No. 391 in French
efforts
Attempts or exertions to achieve something.
In a sentence
Marie a mis beaucoup d'efforts pour préparer ce projet.
Marie put a lot of effort into preparing this project.
Here, 'efforts' is used to describe the physical or mental exertion Marie invested in preparing a task, showcasing determination and hard work.
Les efforts collectifs sont essentiels pour la réussite de l'équipe.
Collective efforts are essential for the team's success.
In this sentence, 'efforts' refers to the combined contributions of a group working together toward a common goal, emphasizing teamwork and co-operation.
Ils apprécient vos efforts pour améliorer la situation.
They appreciate your efforts to improve the situation.
Here, 'efforts' represents deliberate actions taken by the subject to bring about positive change, highlighting intent and goodwill.
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