Usage Note
Baffe is an informal, colloquial word for a slap with an open hand, equivalent to gifle but more everyday in register. Gifle is the neutral or slightly more formal term. The expression flanquer une baffe means 'to give someone a slap'. Used widely in spoken French and casual writing.
Examples
"Il a reçu une baffe de sa mère."
Natural Translation
He got a slap from his mother.

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