Also means
intention, purpose
Usage Note
Propos is most often used in the plural to mean words spoken or remarks made: tenir des propos blessants ('to make hurtful remarks'). The prepositional phrase à propos de means 'about, regarding', and the standalone à propos (without de) means 'by the way' or 'timely'. The final 's' is always silent.
Examples
"Ses propos ont choqué tout le monde."
Natural Translation
His remarks shocked everyone.
Literal Translation
His remarks have shocked all the world
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