No. 7,376 in French
oud
"Oud" in French refers to a pear-shaped stringed instrument, similar to a lute, commonly used in Middle Eastern music.
In a sentence
J'ai acheté un oud traditionnel pour apprendre à jouer de cet instrument.
I bought a traditional oud to learn to play this instrument.
In this sentence, 'oud' refers to a musical instrument traditionally used in Middle Eastern music.
L'odeur du bois d'oud dans le parfum est envoûtante.
The scent of oud wood in the perfume is captivating.
Here, 'oud' is used to describe a type of fragrant wood often used in perfumery.
Les musiciens du concert ont joué un magnifique morceau au oud.
The musicians at the concert performed a magnificent piece on the oud.
This usage again references the oud as a musical instrument, showcasing its cultural significance.
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