This is the 10835th most frequent French word.
océan
"Océan" in French means "ocean" in English, referring to a vast expanse of saltwater that covers much of the Earth's surface.
Here, 'océan' is used to refer to a specific large body of water, highlighting its vastness and navigable nature.
Je rêve de naviguer sur l'océan Atlantique.
I dream of sailing on the Atlantic Ocean.
In this context, 'océan' represents ecosystems and emphasizes the biological richness present in oceans universally.
L'océan contient une diversité incroyable de vie marine.
The ocean contains an incredible diversity of marine life.
Here, 'océan' symbolizes the idea of distance and the challenge of traversing large bodies of water.