This is the 4789th most frequent French word.
ravages
"Ravages" in English means "devastation" or "destruction."
In this sentence, 'ravages' refers to the widespread damage or destruction caused by a catastrophic event, specifically war.
Les ravages causés par la guerre sont visibles partout.
The ravages caused by the war are visible everywhere.
Here, 'ravages' denotes the deterioration or wear over time, emphasizing the effects of natural aging on structures.
Les ravages du temps se manifestent sur les vieux bâtiments.
The ravages of time are evident on old buildings.
In this context, 'ravages' describes the harmful impact or destruction wrought by environmental changes due to climate change.