pff
The French word for 'ugh' is pff.
The expression pff is used to express disgust.
Meaning: to express disgust (intj)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Paris and other parts of France, the expression Oh là là! is used to denote a mix of surprise and annoyance, similar to saying 'Whoa!' in English.
Did you know?
- While pff expresses disgust, a short and sharp beurk is used specifically for things that taste or smell bad, similar to 'yuck'.
- French speakers often use pff to dismiss an idea as impossible or ridiculous, moving beyond simple disgust to signal skepticism.
- In French, the expression pff is often accompanied by a slight shrug of the shoulders and a roll of the eyes to complete the feeling of 'whatever'.
Examples in context
- Argh, c'est chiant!Damn, that's annoying!
- Pff, ça me saoule!Ugh, that annoys me!
- Pff, c'est vraiment dégoûtant.Ugh, it is really disgusting.
- Pff, je ne peux pas manger ça.Ugh, I cannot eat that.
Example conversation
Nathan and Manon are looking at a spoiled meal.
- NathanPff, regarde ce plat !Ugh, look at this dish!
- ManonC'est vrai, ça a l'air mauvais.It's true, it looks bad.
- NathanC'est vraiment répugnant.It is really repulsive.
- ManonJetons-le tout de suite.Let's throw it away right now.
