This is the 11264th most frequent French word.
pétards
Firecrackers.
Here, 'pétards' refers to firecrackers used during festivities.
Les enfants allument des pétards pour célébrer la fête.
Children light firecrackers to celebrate the festival.
In this sentence, 'pétards' still signifies firecrackers, highlighting their auditory impact.
Le vieux pont a cédé sous le bruit des pétards.
The old bridge gave way to the sound of firecrackers.
This usage of 'pétards' is metaphorical, comparing the intensity of the sound to an impactful situation.