This is the 7172nd most frequent French word.
monument
A "monument" is a structure or site erected to commemorate a person, event, or serve as historical significance.
In this sentence, 'monument' is used to refer to a physical structure or building that holds historical significance.
Le monument historique a été restauré récemment.
The historic monument was recently restored.
Here, 'monument' is used metaphorically to indicate something of great importance or value within a field.
Ce poème est un monument de la littérature française.
This poem is a monument of French literature.
In this sentence, 'monuments' refers to physical landmarks or places of interest, typically visited by tourists.