1. Lung (medical): This is the most common meaning of "paru" in French. It refers to the organ responsible for breathing.
2. Appeared, published, came out (past participle of "paraître"): This is the second most common meaning. It indicates that something has become visible, public, or available, such as a book or a movie.
3. "Paru" can also be a surname: This is less common but still possible.
To understand the meaning of "paru" in a specific context, consider the following:
* The surrounding words: Look for words that relate to health, breathing, or publishing.
* The overall sentence: Does the sentence imply something becoming visible or available?
Examples:
* "Les poumons (paru) sont importants pour respirer." (The lungs are important for breathing.)
* "Le nouveau livre de l'auteur est (paru)." (The author's new book has come out.)
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