This is the 3541st most frequent French word.
gold
The French word for "gold" is "or," meaning a precious yellow metallic element.
Here 'gold' ('l'or') is used to describe the element as a material commodity.
L'or est un métal précieux et très recherché.
Gold is a precious and highly sought-after metal.
In this context, 'gold' is used metaphorically to signify a noble and generous nature.
Son cœur est comme de l'or, toujours généreux.
Her heart is like gold, always generous.
Here 'gold' is functioning as an adjective to describe the type of medal won, indicating its value and rank.