This is the 12142nd most frequent French word.
vannes
"Vannes" translates to "valves" or "jokes" depending on context.
The word 'vannes' here refers to mechanical valves used to control the flow of liquids or gases.
Les vannes de sécurité ont été ouvertes pour libérer l'eau.
The safety valves were opened to release the water.
The word 'vannes' in this context is slang for 'jokes', referring to witty remarks or quips.
Il a sorti quelques vannes qui ont fait rire tout le monde.
He cracked a few jokes that made everyone laugh.
In this sentence, 'vannes' again refers to valves, specifically as components of a dam for regulating water flow.