English–French
“pulling up” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/aʁaʃaʒ/
Example
L'arrachage des mauvaises herbes prend du temps.
Pulling up the weeds takes time.
How to say “pulling up” in French
“Pulling up” in French is arrachage.
The moment when a rooted or fixed thing is pulled out rather than simply lifted away.
Example sentences with arrachage
Après l'arrachage d'une dent, évitez de fumer.
After a tooth extraction, avoid smoking.
Tips for using arrachage
- Arrachage implies pulling force, whereas the common verb enlever is broader and does not by itself suggest pulling.
Other French words for “pulling up”
L'arrachement des mauvaises herbes a été rapide.
Pulling up the weeds was quick.