le concours
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
masculine noun
a. competition
Le gagnant du concours recevra 10 000 euros.The winner of the competition will receive 10,000 euros.
b. contest
Ce concours de beauté est de moins en moins populaire.This beauty contest is becoming less and less popular.
c. show
Mon père participe à de nombreux concours hippiques.My father participates in many horse shows.
a. entrance exam
Aline prépare le concours d'entrée à Sciences Po.Aline is studying for the entrance exam to get into Sciences Po.
b. competitive exam
J'ai acheté un livre pour m'aider à préparer le concours.I bought a book to help me prepare for the competitive exam.
a. cooperation
Ce festival est organisé avec le concours de la Ville de Paris.This festival is organized with the cooperation of the City of Paris.
b. help
Le gouvernement a promis de prêter son concours aux habitants affectés par les inondations.The government has promised to provide help to the residents affected by the floods.
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