frappe-moi
The phrase 'hit me' in French is translated as frappe-moi.
This phrase is used as a request or command for someone to strike you physically. Note that while 'hit me' in English can sometimes be used as slang meaning 'tell me' or 'inform me', the French frappe-moi is much more literal and aggressive.
How does it change in a sentence?
In the form frappe-moi, the hyphen is grammatically required because it is an imperative verb paired with an object pronoun. When addressing more than one person or using the formal 'vous' form, you should use frappez-moi.
Did you know?
- The process of minting coins is called la frappe because the metal is physically struck to create the image.
- The verb frapper is also used to describe the act of knocking on a door, as in frapper à la porte.
- If you wanted to ask someone to 'hit' a note while singing, you would not use frappe-moi, but rather the verb atteindre to mean 'to reach' a note.
Examples in context
- Frappe-moi.Hit me.This sentence demonstrates the use of frappe-moi.Tatoeba #10015026 by Micsmithel, translation #792729 by FeuDRenais2
- Je suis en cours de self-défense. Frappez-moi, s'il vous plaît.I am in a self-defense class. Hit me, please.
- Frappe-moi sur l'épaule pour l'exercice.Hit me on the shoulder for the exercise.
- S'il te plaît, frappe-moi avec le gant.Please, hit me with the glove.
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Example conversation
Two actors are practicing a fight scene for a play.
- ManonFrappe-moi sur le bras cette fois.Hit me on the arm this time.
- LucasD'accord, je vais le faire doucement.Okay, I will do it gently.
- ManonNe t'inquiète pas pour moi, Lucas.Don't worry about me, Lucas.
- LucasTrès bien, on recommence la scène.Very well, let's restart the scene.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
