roi

This is the 506th most frequent French word.


roi

King


In this sentence, 'roi' is used as a noun meaning 'king', referring to a royal ruler.

Le roi vit dans un grand palais.

The king lives in a large palace.


Here, 'roi' is used metaphorically to suggest someone is treated with exceptional care and respect, like a king would be.

Il est traité comme un roi par ses amis.

He is treated like a king by his friends.


In this instance, 'roi' is part of a proper noun (a restaurant name) and refers to something named in honor of a king.

Je vais au restaurant Roi-Gourmand ce soir.

I am going to the restaurant 'Roi-Gourmand' tonight.