No. 6,445 in French
handicap
A disadvantage or limitation, often due to a physical or mental condition.
In a sentence
Il a surmonté son handicap pour devenir un athlète exceptionnel.
He overcame his disability to become an exceptional athlete.
In this sentence, 'handicap' refers to a physical or mental condition limiting someone's activities.
Les règles du jeu imposent un handicap de cinq points à l'équipe gagnante.
The game rules impose a handicap of five points on the winning team.
Here, 'handicap' indicates a disadvantage applied for fairness, a common usage in competitive contexts.
Sa timidité est un handicap dans ses relations sociales.
His shyness is a hindrance in his social relationships.
'Handicap' here metaphorically signifies an obstacle or difficulty in a personal or situational context.
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