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    Marteaux (en. Hammers)

    /maʁto/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A tool consisting of a heavy head and a handle, used for striking.
    He uses hammers to drive nails into wood.
    Il utilise des marteaux pour enfoncer des clous dans le bois.
    It can also refer to a specific type of hammer in certain trades.
    The locksmith's hammer is essential for his work.
    Le marteau de serrurier est essentiel pour son travail.

    Etymology

    The word 'hammer' comes from the Latin 'mānsu', which means 'to strike'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    war hammer
    To take drastic measures.
    marteau de guerre
    to have a hammer in one's head
    To be stubborn or obstinate.
    avoir un marteau dans la tête
    to fall like a hammer
    To arrive suddenly or unexpectedly.
    tomber comme un marteau

    Related Words

    jackhammer
    An electric tool used to break hard surfaces.
    marteau-piqueur
    welding hammer
    A tool used in welding.
    marteau à souder
    carpenter's hammer
    Hammer mainly used by carpenters.
    marteau de charpentier

    Slang Meanings

    Hit very hard.
    He hit me hard, I didn't understand anything.
    Il m'a mis un marteau, je n'avais rien compris.
    A difficult situation to endure.
    This news was really hard to take.
    Cette nouvelle, c'était un vrai marteau à encaisser.