No. 168 in French
secteur
"Sector" - an area or part of a larger whole, often referring to an industry, region, or activity.
In a sentence
Le secteur industriel a connu une grande croissance cette année.
The industrial sector has experienced significant growth this year.
Here, 'secteur' is used to denote a distinct division of the economy that focuses on industrial production.
Dans notre quartier, le secteur 4 est réservé aux commerces.
In our neighborhood, sector 4 is designated for businesses.
In this example, 'secteur' refers to a geographical or administrative division, emphasizing location.
Elle travaille dans le secteur de la santé, ce qui est très enrichissant.
She works in the healthcare sector, which is very rewarding.
Here, 'secteur' highlights a professional or occupational domain, specifically relating to health services.
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