This is the 2780th most frequent French word.
combattre
To fight or combat.
The word 'combattre' is used in its general sense to mean 'to fight' or 'to struggle against', emphasizing the act of opposing something undesirable.
Il faut combattre les injustices chaque jour.
We must fight injustices every day.
Here 'combattre' is metaphorical, indicating the effort or striving undertaken in competitions or challenges.
Les athlètes combattent pour remporter le trophée.
The athletes fight to win the trophy.
The term 'combattu' is used in a military context, referring to actively engaging in combat during a confrontation or war.