Les gens
The people
Language note: 'Les' is the plural definite article meaning 'the'.
Culture note: The French culture places significant emphasis on connecting with people.
Context: You note the pleasant aspect of cafés you'd visited.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Les
[lay]
The
Used before plural nouns to refer to people or things in general.
Les gens sont nombreux.
The people are numerous.
gens
[zhahn]
people
Human beings in general or considered collectively.
Les gens aiment discuter ici.
The people like to chat here.
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