accrocher

This is the 8419th most frequent French word.


accrocher

To hang, hook, or cling.


Usage implies physically hanging an object using hooks or nails.

J’ai dû accrocher le tableau au mur.

I had to hang the painting on the wall.


Usage denotes capturing or engaging someone's interest.

Ce discours a vraiment su accrocher mon attention.

This speech really managed to catch my attention.


Usage indicates an object becoming incidentally snagged or hooked onto something.

La voiture s’est accrochée à la barrière lors de l’accident.

The car got hooked on the barrier during the accident.