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combles (noun)

The space or room in the top part of a house, just below the roof; attic space.

💬 Example

"Ils ont aménagé les combles pour en faire une chambre."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'combles' as the 'crown' of the house. Both start with 'C' and sit at the very top.

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Saying 'le comble' for the attic. → les combles

Pronouncing the final 's'. → comble (sound)

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