chatouiller
tickle
Toucher légèrement la peau de quelqu’un pour lui faire ressentir une sensation qui le fait rire ou bouger.
Word: chatouiller
Part of speech: Verb
Meaning:
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Primary meaning: To tickle
Chatouiller means to touch someone in a way that causes a sensation of mild irritation or laughter, especially by touching sensitive areas of the body. It refers to the act of causing a tickling sensation. -
Figurative meaning: To tease or provoke gently
In a more figurative sense, chatouiller can mean to tease, provoke, or annoy someone in a lighthearted or playful manner.
Parts:
- chatouiller is a regular -er verb.
- It relates to the noun chatouille (meaning "tickle").
Synonyms:
- titiller (to tickle, to tease)
- cajoler (to coddle, cajole - slightly more affectionate)
- taquiner (to tease, to make fun in a playful way)
Antonyms:
- ignorer (to ignore)
- calmer (to calm)
- sécher (to neglect or not pay attention, in some contexts)
Summary:
Chatouiller primarily means "to tickle," involving physical touch that causes laughter or mild discomfort. Figuratively, it can also mean to tease or prod someone gently. The verb is commonly used in playful or affectionate contexts.
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Examples
Je chatouille mon frère pour le faire rire.verb
I tickle my brother to make him laugh.
Hier, elle a chatouillé ses amis pendant le jeu.verb
Yesterday, she tickled her friends during the game.
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