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    Tapait (en. Typed)

    /ta.pɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To hit, to strike.
    He was tapping on the table to get attention.
    Il tapait sur la table pour attirer l'attention.
    To write texts using a typewriter or a computer.
    She was typing letters all day long.
    Elle tapait des lettres toute la journée.
    To produce a regular sound by striking.
    The sound of the rain tapping on the roof was soothing.
    Le bruit de la pluie qui tapait sur le toit était apaisant.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'taper', which comes from Old French 'taper', meaning to hit.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to chat informally
    To engage in an informal conversation.
    taper la discute
    to catch someone's eye
    To attract attention positively.
    taper dans l'œil
    to stomp
    To keep time with one's feet.
    taper des pieds

    Related Words

    tape
    An adhesive material used to attach objects.
    tape
    tapper
    A person who types or strikes.
    tapeur

    Slang Meanings

    To react violently or impatiently.
    He tapped on his computer when he saw the bug.
    Il a tapé sur son ordinateur quand il a vu le bug.
    To mock someone by criticizing them.
    They didn't stop tapping on him after the mistake he made.
    Ils n'ont pas cessé de taper sur lui après l'erreur qu'il a faite.