French Expression · Intermediate
coup d'arrêt
stop, halt
Pronunciation: /ku d‿a.ʁɛ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "stop, halt".
Example
mettre un coup d'arrêt à quelque chose
to put a stop to something, to bring something to a standstill
Practice tips
- Practice coup d'arrêt out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French expression is for intermediate-level learners.