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    Frappèrent (en. Struck)

    /fʁa.pɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Action of striking in the simple past.
    They knocked at the door.
    Ils frappèrent à la porte.
    Indicates an action of impact or blow.
    The waves struck the rocks with force.
    Les vagues frappèrent les rochers avec force.
    Used to describe a significant event or influence.
    The events of that day struck the minds.
    Les événements de cette journée frappèrent les esprits.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'frapper' of Latin origin 'frappare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to strike cold
    To act without warning.
    frapper à froid
    to hit the mark
    To achieve a goal with precision.
    frapper dans le mille
    to hit hard
    To have considerable impact.
    frapper fort

    Related Words

    to strike
    Action of touching or impacting.
    frapper
    strike
    Result of a blow or shock.
    frappe
    striking
    Act of striking or being struck.
    frappement

    Slang Meanings

    To act quickly or suddenly.
    He struck without waiting.
    Il a frappé sans attendre.
    To strongly influence someone.
    That speech really struck me.
    Ce discours m'a vraiment frappé.