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kaïs
"Kaïs" is an Arabic-origin French word meaning a small hut or shelter made of natural materials, often used in North Africa.
In a sentence
Le kaïs est un bon bateau pour naviguer.
The kaïs is a good boat for sailing.
In this sentence, 'kaïs' is used as a noun referring to a specific type of boat.
Hier, nous avons vu un kaïs au port.
Yesterday, we saw a kaïs at the harbor.
Here, 'kaïs' is again used as a noun that names the type of vessel observed.
Les pêcheurs préfèrent souvent utiliser des kaïs traditionnels.
Fishermen often prefer to use traditional kaïss.
In this case, 'kaïs' is used to discuss the traditional boats favored by fishermen.
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