frapper

This is the 925th most frequent French word.

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frapper

To hit or strike.


The word 'frapper' is used to mean 'to knock' in the context of knocking on a door.

Il frappe à la porte.

He knocks on the door.


The word 'frapper' is used metaphorically to mean 'to be struck' as in being moved or impressed.

Elle a été frappée par la beauté du paysage.

She was struck by the beauty of the landscape.


The word 'frapper' is used to mean 'to punch' or 'to hit' in a physical sense.

Le boxeur frappe avec une grande force.

The boxer punches with great force.