No. 7,748 in French
sabres
"Sabres" in French means "swords," specifically curved swords.
In a sentence
Les sabres des samouraïs étaient parfaitement affûtés.
The samurai's sabers were perfectly sharpened.
In this sentence, 'sabres' is used as a noun in its standard form to denote an edged weapon carried historically by samurai warriors, emphasizing their sharpness and craftsmanship.
Les pirates brandissaient leurs sabres en menaçant les voyageurs.
The pirates wielded their sabers while threatening the travelers.
Here, 'sabres' is used as a plural noun to describe weapons wielded aggressively by pirates, highlighting their role in the threatening scenario.
Lors de la compétition, il démontra des mouvements précis avec le sabre.
During the competition, he demonstrated precise movements with the saber.
In this context, 'sabre' refers to a fencing weapon used in sport competitions, illustrating its role in a controlled and skilled activity.
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