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How is the word s'empoigner translated from French to English

Lutter contre quelqu'un en le tenant fermement.

To struggle with someone while holding them tightly.

verb
English translation
grapple

Examples with “s'empoigner”

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  • Les lutteurs s'empoignaient sur le tapis. — The wrestlers grappled on the mat.

  • Nous nous débattons encore avec le budget. — We are still grappling with the budget.

  • Peux-tu t'empoigner avec quelqu'un sans le blesser ? — Can you grapple without hurting your partner?

  • Depuis combien de temps te débats-tu avec ce bug ? — How long have you grappled with this bug?

  • Les deux grimpeurs s'empoignaient pour la même prise. — The two climbers grappled for the same handhold.

  • L'équipe se débat avec la même question chaque année. — The team grapples with the same question every year.

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FAQ about “s'empoigner”

How is “s'empoigner” translated from French?
“s'empoigner” translates into English as “grapple”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “s'empoigner” mean?
Meaning of “s'empoigner”: Lutter contre quelqu'un en le tenant fermement. In English — “grapple”.
What part of speech is “s'empoigner”?
“s'empoigner” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “s'empoigner”?
Example sentences with “s'empoigner” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “s'empoigner”?
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