This is the 1584th most frequent French word.
possèdent
"Possèdent" means "possess" or "own" in English.
In this sentence, 'possèdent' is used to indicate possession or ownership, specifically stating that the subject owns something tangible, such as a house.
Ils possèdent une grande maison près de la rivière.
They own a large house near the river.
Here, 'possèdent' implies having or being endowed with certain abilities or qualities, emphasizing intangible ownership or characteristics.
Ils possèdent de nombreuses compétences en programmation.
They possess many programming skills.
Again, 'possèdent' is utilized to denote ownership, but it also highlights the specific qualities of the owned items, providing contextual detail.