This is the 2594th most frequent French word.
loi
"Law" or "rule."
Here, 'loi' refers to specific legislation or a legal rule that dictates permissible behaviors in a given situation.
Il est interdit par la loi de stationner ici.
It is forbidden by law to park here.
In this example, 'loi' represents the field or subject of law and legal studies generally.
Elle étudie la loi pour devenir avocate.
She studies law to become a lawyer.
In this sentence, 'loi' (law) is used in the general sense as a system of rules established by a legal authority to maintain order and protect rights.