This is the 3164th most frequent French word.
péri
"Péri" (noun) in French refers to a mythical creature, often depicted as a fairy or spirit in Persian mythology.
In this sentence, 'péri' is used as a conjugated form of the verb 'périr', in the past participle, meaning 'to perish' in the context of someone dying.
Le héros a péri lors de la bataille finale.
The hero perished during the final battle.
Here 'péri' metaphorically expresses being overwhelmed or overcome, showing a figurative use often found in reflective or poetic contexts.
Elle a péri sous le poids des responsabilités.
She perished under the weight of responsibilities.
This usage of 'péri' denotes the destruction or decline due to adverse conditions, applied here to an inanimate subject.