This is the 3823rd most frequent French word.
wind
"Wind" in French translates to "vent" in English, meaning air moving naturally.
In this sentence, 'vent' is used to refer to the atmospheric phenomenon of moving air.
Le vent souffle fort aujourd'hui.
The wind is blowing strongly today.
Here, 'vent' indicates the natural force harnessed by a machine for energy.
Le moulin à vent tourne grâce au vent.
The windmill turns thanks to the wind.
This sentence employs 'vent' metaphorically to refer to a change in circumstances or opinions.