This is the 1172nd most frequent French word.
privés
"Privés" means "private" or "deprived" depending on context.
In this sentence, 'privés' is used to mean 'deprived,' indicating that the students do not have access to the library due to external circumstances.
Les étudiants sont privés d'accès à la bibliothèque à cause des travaux.
The students are deprived of access to the library due to the renovations.
Here, 'privés' is used to describe 'private,' referring to things personal or not public, such as plans.
Ils discutent de leurs projets privés au bureau.
They are discussing their private plans at the office.
In this context, 'privés' means 'private,' indicating areas restricted to specific individuals, emphasizing exclusivity.