This is the 2086th most frequent French word.
abords
The areas or surroundings near a place; vicinity.
The word 'abords' refers to the outskirts or periphery of the city, giving context to the surroundings outside the main urban area.
Les abords de la ville sont très accueillants.
The outskirts of the city are very welcoming.
Here, 'abords' specifies the immediate vicinity or nearby area around the garden, emphasizing the area adjacent to the focal point.
Nous avons nettoyé les abords du jardin avant la fête.
We cleaned the surroundings of the garden before the party.
In this case, 'abords' indicates the nearby area or surroundings of the building, highlighting its proximity to the central point of interest.