No. 339 in Romanian
drum
The Romanian word "drum" means "road" or "path" in English.
In a sentence
Mergem pe un drum pavat către casă.
We are walking on a paved road towards home.
In this sentence, 'drum' is used to mean 'road', referring to a physical pathway.
Am ales un alt drum în viață.
I have chosen another path in life.
Here, 'drum' metaphorically represents a 'path' or 'direction' one takes in life.
Drumul succesului este adesea presărat cu obstacole.
The road to success is often paved with obstacles.
In this context, 'drum' again has a metaphorical sense, indicating the journey or course towards achieving success.
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