Touche: meaning, definitions and examples
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touche
[ tuˈʃeɪ ]
acknowledging point
Touché is a term used in fencing to acknowledge a hit or point scored by an opponent. In a broader conversation, it is often used to express appreciation for a clever or effective counterargument.
Synonyms
good comeback, point taken, well played.
Examples of usage
- He made a valid point, and I had to respond, 'Touché!'
- When she pointed out my mistake, I couldn't help but say, 'Touché!'
- Touché! You got me there with that argument.
- After my friend remarked on my poor timing, I replied, 'Touché!'
Translations
Translations of the word "touche" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tocar
🇮🇳 स्पर्श करना
🇩🇪 berühren
🇮🇩 sentuh
🇺🇦 доторкнутися
🇵🇱 dotknąć
🇯🇵 触れる
🇫🇷 toucher
🇪🇸 tocar
🇹🇷 dokunmak
🇰🇷 닿다
🇸🇦 لمس
🇨🇿 dotknout
🇸🇰 dotknúť
🇨🇳 触摸
🇸🇮 dotakniti
🇮🇸 snerta
🇰🇿 тигізу
🇬🇪 დატკუნება
🇦🇿 toxunmaq
🇲🇽 tocar
Etymology
The term 'touché' comes from French, where it means 'touched.' It is derived from the verb 'toucher,' which means 'to touch.' Traditionally used in the context of fencing, it is a formal acknowledgment of a hit on an opponent. The usage of 'touché' expanded into verbal conversations, often invoked when someone makes a clever remark that counters another's argument. It reflects a spirit of sportsmanship or acknowledgment of a witty comeback. The French term entered English in the late 19th century and has since become a part of the vernacular, particularly in discussions where repartee and intellectual sparring occur.