L'attaque (en. The attack)

[la.tak]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Definition: An assault directed against a person or group.

Definition Example Sentence: The attack took place in the early morning.

L'attaque a eu lieu au petit matin.

Definition: An act of violence or aggression.

Definition Example Sentence: This attack was condemned by the international community.

Cette attaque a été condamnée par la communauté internationale.

Definition: The military invasion of a territory.

Definition Example Sentence: The attack was planned by the military.

L'attaque a été planifiée par les militaires.

Etymology/Origin: From the Latin verb 'attaccare', meaning 'to take, seize'.

Common Phrase: to tackle a problem

Common Phrase Meaning: To address a difficulty by seeking solutions.

attaquer un problème

Common Phrase: the surprise attack

Common Phrase Meaning: An offensive carried out without warning the enemy.

l'attaque surprise

Common Phrase: to launch the attack

Common Phrase Meaning: To commence an act of aggression or madness.

faire l'attaque

Related Word: to attack

Related Word Description: Action of starting a confrontation.

attaquer

Related Word: aggressor

Related Word Description: One who attacks.

agresseur

Related Word: defense

Related Word Description: Action of protecting or defending against an attack.

défense

Slang Meaning: What an attack!

Slang Example: It's quite an attack on his skills.

C'est une sacrée attaque sur ses compétences.

Slang Meaning: To have a fit

Slang Example: He has it out for everyone this morning.

Il a une attaque contre tout le monde ce matin.