No. 10,878 in French

outil

Tool.

In a sentence

Cet outil est essentiel pour le jardinage.
This tool is essential for gardening.
The word 'outil' here refers to a physical tool, such as a spade or rake used in gardening.
Les logiciels sont des outils numériques très utiles.
Software programs are very useful digital tools.
The word 'outil' here refers to digital tools, emphasizing their functionality in the digital realm.
La patience peut être un outil puissant dans la résolution de conflits.
Patience can be a powerful tool in conflict resolution.
In this sentence, 'outil' is used metaphorically, referring to patience as a means or method for achieving a goal.

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