This is the 5099th most frequent French word.
wilayas
"Wilayas" are administrative divisions or provinces in some countries, primarily Algeria.
Here, 'wilayas' is used to refer to administrative divisions comparable to provinces in Algeria.
Les wilayas d'Algérie sont divisées en communes.
The provinces of Algeria are divided into communes.
In this context, 'wilayas' describes regions an individual might travel through, emphasizing their geographic or administrative identity.
Lors de mes voyages, j'ai traversé plusieurs wilayas.
During my travels, I crossed through several provinces.
The word 'wilaya' here highlights specific areas as administrative entities, emphasizing their unique cultural features.