This is the 2220th most frequent French word.
esprit
"Esprit" means "spirit," "mind," or "wit" in English.
Here, 'esprit' refers to the intellectual capabilities and creativity of an individual, equating to 'mind' or 'intellect' in English.
Il a un esprit vif et créatif.
He has a sharp and creative mind.
In this sentence, 'esprit' denotes a sense or aura attributed to a location, similar to 'spirit' or 'atmosphere' in English.
Cet endroit a un esprit paisible.
This place has a peaceful atmosphere.
Here, 'esprits' is used in the plural form to symbolize the ethereal beings or souls of deceased individuals, translated as 'spirits' in English.