This is the 393rd most frequent French word.
montant
The French word "montant" means "amount" or "total" in English.
In this sentence, 'montant' is used as a noun to specify an amount or sum of money that is mentioned in the context of financial transactions.
Le montant de la facture est très élevé.
The amount of the bill is very high.
Here, 'montant' is used as the present participle of the verb 'monter,' meaning 'climbing' or 'ascending.' It describes an action of going upwards.
En montant la colline, il a trouvé une vue magnifique.
While climbing the hill, he found a beautiful view.
Once again, 'montant' appears as a noun indicating a total sum of money owed, particularly in a specific timeframe.