This is the 635th most frequent French word.
côte
"Coast," "rib," or "hill/slope," depending on context.
'Côte' here refers to a coastal region or shoreline, a geographic term.
La côte d'Azur est une destination touristique prisée.
The French Riviera is a popular tourist destination.
'Côte' in this context means 'rib,' a part of the human (or animal) anatomy.
Elle souffre d'une douleur aiguë à la côte.
She is experiencing a sharp pain in her rib.
'Côte' in this context refers to an incline or slope on a hill or landform.