Les embouteillages
Traffic jams
Context: The driver elaborates by mentioning traffic issues.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Les
[lay]
The
Used before plural nouns to reference specific items known to the listener.
Les embouteillages sont responsables des retards.
The traffic jams are responsible for the delays.
embouteillages
[ahmb-oo-tay-yaj]
Traffic jams
Congestions on the road causing slow movement of vehicles.
Les embouteillages à Paris sont célèbres.
Traffic jams in Paris are famous.
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