Bloqué vs. coincé

'Bloqué' and 'coincé' are two French words that describe similar but different states of being unable to move or be moved. These terms often describe situations where objects or people are stuck, but their specific contexts and uses differ.

Bloqué

'Bloqué' generally indicates that something is blocked, stopped from moving or functioning as intended, often due to an obstruction or barrier. It can refer to both physical and metaphorical blockages.
La porte est bloquée par un meuble.
(The door is blocked by a piece of furniture.)
Mon compte bancaire a été bloqué.
(My bank account has been blocked.)
Le trafic est bloqué à cause de l'accident.
(The traffic is jammed because of the accident.)

Coincé

'Coincé', on the other hand, usually refers to something being physically wedged or stuck in a tight space, suggesting that movement is impeded by the constraints of the surrounding environment rather than an external obstacle.
La clé est coincée dans la serrure.
(The key is jammed in the lock.)
Je suis coincé dans l'ascenseur.
(I am stuck in the elevator.)
Mon doigt est coincé dans le pot.
(My finger is stuck in the jar.)

Summary

In summary, while 'bloqué' and 'coincé' both describe states of being stuck, 'bloqué' implies a blockage or prevention of movement and may be used more broadly, including metaphorical blockages, whereas 'coincé' refers to a more specific physical entrapment within a confined area or tight spot.