empocher

This is the 9689th most frequent French word.


empocher

To pocket or to take.


The word 'empocher' is used figuratively here, meaning to secure or obtain something significant.

Il a réussi à empocher un gros contrat pour son entreprise.

He managed to secure a big contract for his business.


Here, 'empocher' means to take possession of profits, often implying keeping or saving them.

Elle a empoché tous les bénéfices de la vente.

She pocketed all the profits from the sale.


In this case, 'empocher' directly refers to taking or gaining money.

Je viens d'empocher dix euros en jouant au poker avec mes amis.

I just pocketed ten euros by playing poker with my friends.