Figa
/ˈfi.ɡa/
The Italian word for a baddie (a person of bad character in a work of fiction) is Figa.
The term Figa is used to refer to a character in a work of fiction who possesses a bad character.
Meaning: a person of bad character in a work of fiction (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 2 syllables and the stress is on the 1st syllable. The IPA pronunciation is /ˈfi.ɡa/.
Did you know?
- The gesture of the 'figa' involves putting the thumb between the index and middle fingers, which historically symbolized a feminine organ and was used as a superstitious charm to ward off the 'evil eye'.
- While used in certain contexts for a fictional character, the word Figa is most commonly recognized in modern Italian as a vulgar slang term for female genitalia.
- The term figa can sometimes be used to describe an attractive woman in certain slang registers, similar to the English 'fox' or 'hottie', though it remains quite vulgar.
Examples in context
- Non ho mai visto una ragazza così bella, è una bomba!I've never seen such a beautiful girl, she's a bombshell!
Example conversation
Alessandro and Sofia are discussing a comic book.
- AlessandroGuarda che bella questa copertina!Look how beautiful this cover is!
- SofiaSì, ma la figa è il personaggio migliore.Yes, but the baddie is the best character.
- AlessandroPerché preferisci lei?Why do you prefer her?
- SofiaPerché è molto più interessante.Because she is much more interesting.
Sources
- Pronunciation from the Wiktionary entry figa.
