No. 956 in French
réforme
The French word "réforme" means "reform" in English, referring to changes made to improve a system, institution, or practice.
In a sentence
La réforme du système éducatif est en cours.
The reform of the educational system is underway.
In this sentence, 'réforme' refers to the process of improving and changing a system, specifically the educational system, to make it better or more efficient.
Les enseignants débattent de la réforme proposée par le ministère.
The teachers are debating the reform proposed by the ministry.
Here, 'réforme' is mentioned in the context of a proposal, indicating a planned set of changes in a specific domain such as policies or rules.
Il faut mener une réforme pour résoudre ces problèmes.
A reform needs to be undertaken to resolve these problems.
In this usage, 'réforme' signifies a necessary action or initiative intended to address and solve a particular set of issues.
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