This is the 5150th most frequent French word.
aif
The word "aif" does not exist in modern French. It may be a typo or archaic.
The word 'aif' is used as an adjective to describe the sharpness or pointed nature of tree branches.
Les branches d'arbres dans cette région sont souvent aifes.
The tree branches in this region are often sharp.
Here 'aif' characterizes the sharpness or precision of an object like a tool, emphasizing care in handling it.
Apprends à manier cet outil, car il est très aif.
Learn to handle this tool, as it is very sharp.
In this usage, 'aif' applies metaphorically to tone, indicating cutting or pointed speech that conveys impatience.