This is the 993rd most frequent French word.
animal
A living organism that feeds on organic matter, typically having specialized sense organs and a nervous system.
Here, 'animal' is used to identify a living being belonging to the animal kingdom.
Cet animal est un lion.
That animal is a lion.
In this sentence, 'animal' is used metaphorically to describe a primal or instinctive behavior.
Il a un comportement très animal pendant le sport.
He has a very animalistic behavior during sports.
Here, 'animal' is an adjective that qualifies the noun 'bien-être' (welfare), emphasizing the concept concerns animals.