This is the 10042nd most frequent French word.
golfe
A gulf or a large sea bay.
The word 'golfe' here refers to a geographical bay or inlet.
Nous avons passé nos vacances dans un magnifique golfe méditerranéen.
We spent our vacation in a magnificent Mediterranean gulf.
In this sentence, 'golfe' describes a large sea inlet along the coast.
Le golfe de Gascogne est célèbre pour la richesse de ses eaux.
The Gulf of Gascony is famous for the richness of its waters.
Here, 'golfe' refers to the sport of golf, showcasing a homonym usage.