Punch a hole in Meaning in English
expression
PUNCH uh HOHL in
PUNCH uh HOHL in
Definition
To make a hole in something, usually by hitting, pressing, or using a tool with force.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly refers to using a tool or fist to make a hole; 'punch' means a sudden strong action, often with something sharp or pointed. Used literally (making real holes) or figuratively (finding flaws). Do not confuse with 'kick a hole in'.
Spanish: hacer un agujero en - perforarPortuguese (BR): fazer um furo em - perfurarPortuguese (PT): fazer um buraco em - perfurarChinese (Simplified): 在……打孔 - 穿孔Chinese (Traditional): 在……打洞 - 打孔Hindi: में छेद करनाArabic: ثقب في - إحداث ثقب فيBengali: একটা ছিদ্র করাRussian: проделать дырку вJapanese: 穴をあけるVietnamese: đục lỗ vàoKorean: 구멍을 뚫다Turkish: bir yere delik açmakUrdu: میں سوراخ کرناIndonesian: melubangi
Example Sentences
He used a tool to punch a hole in the paper.
basic
The worker punched a hole in the metal sheet.
basic
Please do not punch a hole in the wall.
basic
She got angry and punched a hole in the door.
natural
We need to punch a hole in this card to mark your visit.
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The critics tried to punch a hole in his argument.
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