No. 480 in French
vise
The French word "vise" means "aims" or "is targeting" in English.
In a sentence
Il vise la cible avec précision.
He aims at the target with precision.
Here, the word "vise" is used as a verb meaning "to aim."
Ma décision vise à garantir votre sécurité.
My decision aims to ensure your safety.
In this sentence, "vise" expresses the purpose or intention behind an action, translating to "aims to" in English.
La nouvelle loi vise une réforme du système éducatif.
The new law aims for a reform of the education system.
The word "vise" here is used to denote a goal or objective, showing an intent towards achieving a reform.
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