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How is the word prise translated from French to English

Manière ferme de tenir un objet.

A firm hold on something.

noun
English translation
grip

Examples with “prise”

See how the word “prise” is used in sentences

  • Il a resserré sa prise sur la corde. — He tightened his grip on the rope.

  • Elle m'a serré la main et n'a pas voulu lâcher. — She gripped my hand and would not let go.

  • Le dictateur tenait le pays sous son emprise. — The dictator kept the country in his grip.

  • Ces gants donnent une meilleure prise sur la poignée. — These gloves give you a better grip on the handle.

  • Serre bien la poignée avant de tirer. — Grip the handle firmly before you pull.

  • L'hiver tient encore toute la région sous son emprise. — Winter still has the whole region in its grip.

  • Ma prise a glissé et le bocal est tombé par terre. — My grip slipped and the jar hit the floor.

  • Est-ce que le bébé serre déjà ton doigt ? — Does the baby grip your finger already?

  • Il perd peu à peu son emprise sur l'entreprise. — He is slowly losing his grip on the business.

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FAQ about “prise”

How is “prise” translated from French?
“prise” translates into English as “grip”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “prise” mean?
Meaning of “prise”: Manière ferme de tenir un objet. In English — “grip”.
What part of speech is “prise”?
“prise” is a noun.
Where can I see examples with “prise”?
Example sentences with “prise” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “prise”?
Add “prise” to your VibeLing vocabulary: you get the translation, transcription and examples, and spaced repetition brings the word back right when you start to forget it.