French dictionary
contrer/kɔ̃tʁ/
verb · B1 · Frequency 2813
verb
Meanings
to block, to counter, to counteract
Typically used to indicate blocking or countering an opponent's action, common in both everyday and written language.
Examples
Le gardien contre le tir au but d'une main ferme.
The goalkeeper blocks the penalty kick with a firm hand.
Notre équipe contre efficacement les attaques rapides de l'adversaire.
Our team effectively counters the opponent's fast attacks.
Cette mesure contre la hausse des prix pendant la crise.
This measure counteracts rising prices during the crisis.