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poing
punch
The French word for punch is 'poing'. It is used in the same context as in English, referring to a strong hit with a closed fist. However, in French, 'poing' can also refer to the fist itself, not just the action. For example, 'Il a levé son poing' means 'He raised his fist'.
Example sentences using: poing
Il a frappé le table avec son poing
He hit the table with his fist
This sentence describes a person physically striking a table with their fist in frustration or anger.
Elle a serré son poing en colère
She clenched her fist in anger
Here, the speaker is describing a woman tightly closing her hand, demonstrating her anger or frustration.
Je peux sentir la douleur dans mon poing
I can feel the pain in my fist
This phrase is used to express a physical pain the speaker is experiencing in their fist due to injury or strain.