No. 3,681 in French
nova
"Nova" is not a French word; it refers to a star that suddenly increases in brightness.
In a sentence
Une nova peut éclairer le ciel nocturne pendant plusieurs semaines.
A nova can illuminate the night sky for several weeks.
Here, 'nova' is used as an astronomical term referring to a star that suddenly increases in brightness and then fades.
Les artistes utilisent le mot 'nova' pour symboliser la nouveauté et la lumière.
Artists use the word 'nova' to symbolize novelty and light.
In this context, 'nova' is metaphorically used to represent innovation or brilliance in artistic expression.
J'ai nommé mon chat 'Nova' à cause de sa personnalité étincelante.
I named my cat 'Nova' because of her sparkling personality.
Here, 'Nova' is used as a proper name, symbolizing brightness or an outstanding characteristic.
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