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    Battirent (en. Beat)

    /ba.ti.ʁɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    The action of striking or hitting forcefully, usually in a context where there is conflict.
    They defeated the enemy during the battle.
    Ils battirent l'ennemi lors de la bataille.
    The action of building or erecting something.
    They built a new building downtown.
    Ils battirent un nouveau bâtiment en centre-ville.
    The action of beating a movement or a rhythm.
    They kept time while dancing.
    Ils battirent la mesure pendant la danse.

    Etymology

    The verb 'battre' comes from the Latin 'battuere', which means to strike.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    retreat
    To withdraw from a defensive position.
    battre en retraite
    to flap one's wings
    To prepare to fly, often used figuratively to refer to someone getting ready to leave.
    battre des ailes
    strike while the iron is hot
    To act at the right moment.
    battre le fer pendant qu'il est chaud

    Related Words

    to beat
    The action of striking or defeating.
    battre
    battle
    Armed conflict between opposing forces.
    bataille
    to build
    To create or construct a structure.
    bâtir
    beating
    Movement of shells or limbs, often referring to rhythm.
    battement

    Slang Meanings

    To talk about something quickly or with enthusiasm.
    He beat everyone by telling his story.
    Il a battu tout le monde en racontant son histoire.
    To fight verbally or in an argument.
    They were heated in the discussion.
    Ils ont battu chaud dans la discussion.