No. 12,241 in French
water
The English definition of the French word "water" is "eau."
In a sentence
J'aime boire de l'eau fraîche après une longue marche.
I like to drink fresh water after a long walk.
The word 'water' in this sentence ('eau') is used to refer to the physical substance that is consumed to quench thirst.
L'eau de la rivière est d'un bleu étincelant.
The river water is sparkling blue.
Here 'water' ('eau') describes a feature of a natural body of water, specifying its appearance as observed.
Quand il pleut, l'eau s'accumule sur les routes.
When it rains, water accumulates on the roads.
In this sentence, 'water' ('eau') refers to rainwater gathering due to precipitation, emphasizing its environmental occurrence.
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