craquer pour

to fall for / to have a crush on

Intermediate Verb

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Pronunciation

/kʁa.ke puʁ/

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Cultural Note

Literally meaning 'to crack/snap for someone,' 'craquer pour' beautifully captures the idea that attraction breaks down your defenses. It's very commonly used in casual French and implies an almost irresistible pull toward someone. You'll hear it constantly in French romantic comedies.

📝 Example Sentences

J'ai complètement craqué pour elle dès le premier regard.

I totally fell for her from the very first look.

Comment ne pas craquer pour son sourire ?

How can you not fall for his/her smile?

#dating #attraction #romance #informal

Related Words

flasher sur

to be instantly attracted to / to be struck by

tomber amoureux

to fall in love

un coup de foudre

love at first sight (lit. a lightning strike)

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