No. 3,767 in French
shoah
The French word "Shoah" refers to the Holocaust, the genocide of Jews during World War II.
In a sentence
La Shoah représente une période tragique de l'histoire humaine.
The Shoah represents a tragic period in human history.
Here, "Shoah" is used as a proper noun referring to the Holocaust, establishing its historical and cultural significance.
Les musées sont dédiés à la mémoire de la Shoah.
The museums are dedicated to the memory of the Shoah.
In this sentence, "Shoah" signifies the remembrance and importance of the Holocaust, often seen in educational and commemoration contexts.
Il est important d'éduquer les jeunes générations sur la Shoah.
It is important to educate younger generations about the Shoah.
"Shoah" is employed here in the context of education and awareness, emphasizing understanding and the preservation of historical knowledge.
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