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    Claquer (en. Slam)

    /klakɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To produce a sharp sound, often when closing a door or an object.
    He slammed the door behind him.
    Il a claqué la porte derrière lui.
    To spend a sum of money quickly or without thinking.
    He blew his entire salary in one evening.
    Il a claqué tout son salaire en une soirée.
    Sudden death or abrupt end.
    The idea of snapping scares me.
    L'idée de claquer m'angoisse.

    Etymology

    Of onomatopoeic origin, evoking the sound of a snap.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to chatter one's teeth
    To be very cold to the point of shivering.
    claquer des dents
    to slam the door
    To leave abruptly from a place.
    claquer la porte
    to spend money recklessly
    To spend money quickly.
    claquer l'argent
    to make a loud noise
    This refers to a gesture or action that produces a sharp sound.
    faire claquer
    to go bankrupt
    To commit suicide.
    claquer le beignet

    Related Words

    snap
    Action of snapping or sound produced by a snap.
    claquement
    slap
    Applause or sound produced by a hit.
    claque
    to snap one's fingers
    To make a sharp noise by striking the fingers together.
    claquer des doigts
    click
    A light sound often associated with a snap.
    clique
    hit
    A movement that produces a sharp noise.
    coup

    Slang Meanings

    To get into a fight
    He got into a fight with his rival.
    Il a claqué la gueule de son rival.
    To blow money
    She blew money on clothes.
    Elle a claqué le fric pour des vêtements.
    To lose one's temper
    He lost his temper due to stress.
    Il a claqué un câble avec le stress.