This is the 6897th most frequent French word.
louvre
A "louvre" is a slatted opening or shutter that allows air or light to pass through while blocking rain or direct sunlight.
In this sentence, 'Louvre' is used as a proper noun referring to the famous museum in Paris.
Je visite le Louvre à Paris.
I am visiting the Louvre in Paris.
Here, 'louvre' is used as a noun in its architectural sense to describe an element that admits light while providing ventilation.
Le toit est louvre et laisse passer la lumière.
The roof is a louver and lets light pass through.
In this usage, 'louvre' is used as a verb, describing the action of adjusting louvers or similar structures to manage airflow.