Usage Note
Trésor means a treasure hoard or something precious, and is also used as a term of endearment (mon trésor = 'my treasure'). Le Trésor public is the French public treasury (government financial administration). Trouver un trésor (to find a treasure) and chasse au trésor (treasure hunt) are common collocations.
Examples
"Les enfants cherchent un trésor caché."
Natural Translation
The children are looking for a hidden treasure.
Literal Translation
The children seek a treasure hidden
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