clout in French
clout in French is influence, coup — clout means influence or power, especially in politics or business.
clout in French
influence
(informal) Influence or effectiveness, especially political.
coup
A blow with the hand.
What does "clout" mean?
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noun Influence or power, especially in politics or business.
"As a major donor, she carries a lot of clout with the party leadership."
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noun A blow struck with the hand or fist (informal).
"He gave the vending machine a clout when it swallowed his coins."
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verb To hit someone or something, especially with the fist.
"She clouted him playfully on the arm for the bad joke."
clout in a sentence
- As a major donor, she carries a lot of clout with the party leadership.
- His years in the industry gave him serious clout when negotiating deals.
- He gave the vending machine a clout when it swallowed his coins.
- She clouted him playfully on the arm for the bad joke.
Similar words in French
Common French translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "clout" in French?
"clout" in French is influence, coup. clout means: Influence or power, especially in politics or business.
How do you use "clout" in a sentence?
Example: "As a major donor, she carries a lot of clout with the party leadership." In French, "clout" is influence, coup.
Are there other ways to say "clout" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "clout": influence, coup.
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