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    Coups (en. Blows)

    /ku/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A blow is a movement or action that refers to a sudden strike.
    He punched him during the fight.
    Il lui a donné un coup de poing lors de la bagarre.
    A blow can also refer to an unexpected action or event.
    That hit surprised everyone.
    Ce coup a surpris tout le monde.
    A blow can mean an advantage or a determining effect in a situation.
    This strategic blow changed the course of the game.
    Ce coup stratégique a changé le cours du jeu.
    verb

    Etymology

    From old French 'coup', meaning 'strike'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    flash of lightning
    Sudden and intense love.
    coup de foudre
    set up
    A plan or action organized in advance, often to deceive.
    coup monté
    coup d'état
    Change of government by force.
    coup d'État
    to take a hit
    To suffer a loss or damage.
    s'en prendre un coup
    death blow
    A final act that ends a difficult situation.
    coup de grâce

    Related Words

    strike
    Action of striking.
    frappe
    shock
    Object or force that causes an impact.
    choc
    impact
    Effect resulting from a blow or shock.
    impact

    Slang Meanings

    Twisted blow
    A twisted blow can refer to a trick or malicious scheme.
    Un coup tordu peut faire référence à une ruse ou un stratagème malveillant.
    Poker move
    Taking a poker move means taking a bold risk.
    Prendre un coup de poker signifie prendre un risque audacieux.