Poignées (en. Handles)
/pwɛ̃.ɡe/
Synonyms
- manches
- manettes
- poignées
- saisies
Slang Meanings
Sometimes refers to having influence or power.
He has a lot of clout in this field.
Il a beaucoup de poignées dans ce milieu.
Used to describe a firm grip in various contexts, even metaphorical.
He has a strong grip on management issues.
Il a des poignées solides sur les problèmes de gestion.