This is the 4980th most frequent French word.
stroke
The French word "stroke" does not exist; if you mean "stroke" in English translated to French, it's "coup," "trait," or "AVC" (medical context).
The word 'stroke' refers to a single continuous movement made with a paintbrush.
Elle a donné un coup de pinceau pour finir le tableau.
She gave a stroke of the brush to finish the painting.
The word 'stroke' here refers to a medical condition involving an interruption of blood flow to the brain.
Il a subi un accident vasculaire cérébral l'année dernière, mais il se remet bien.
He suffered a stroke last year, but he is recovering well.
Here, 'stroke' refers to a specific arm movement used in swimming techniques.