This is the 8608th most frequent French word.
appuyez
"Appuyez" means "press" or "push" in English.
Used as a verb 'appuyer' to instruct someone to apply pressure or push.
Appuyez sur le bouton pour allumer l'appareil.
Press the button to turn on the device.
Used as a reflexive verb 's'appuyer' meaning to physically rely or lean on something.
Appuyez-vous sur le dossier pour être plus à l'aise.
Lean against the backrest to be more comfortable.
Used metaphorically in 'appuyer' to mean providing support or reinforcement.