Rechercher
to knock
01
frapper
to hit a door, surface, etc. in a way to attract attention, especially expecting it to be opened
02
heurter
to hit or strike with force, often accidentally
03
heurter
to hit an object with enough intensity to cause it to shift or topple
04
démolir
to strike something with force, resulting in a sharp, audible sound
05
démolir
to express disapproval or point out shortcomings in someone or something
06
démolir
(of an engine) produce a sharp, metallic noise caused by the premature or uneven ignition of the air-fuel mixture
Knock
01
the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing)
02
negative criticism
03
the act of hitting vigorously
04
a vigorous blow
05
a bad experience
Exemple
She had to knock on the door to announce her arrival.
The friend didn't have a phone, so she had to knock on the window to get the homeowner's attention.
The neighbor decided to knock on the door to return the borrowed sugar.
In the middle of the night, a mysterious sound made her nervous, so she cautiously knocked on her roommate's door.
Before entering the office, it's polite to knock on the door to ensure you're not interrupting a meeting.
