How to Say “Wedgie” in French

By Samantha Kaylee • Updated October 6, 2026

slip kangourou

The English phrase "wedgie" is translated into French as slip kangourou.

slip kangourou refers to a prank in which a person's underpants are pulled up sharply.

Meaning: prank in which a person's underpants are pulled up sharply (noun)

Did you know?

The word kangourou used in this phrase traveled from an Australian Indigenous language, Guugu Yimidhirr, through English into French.
French uses the word slip for briefs, but an English speaker saying they have a 'slip' in French would be describing their underwear, not a mistake.

Example conversation

Manon and Hugo are joking around in the garden.

Manon

Hugo, arrête de me faire un slip kangourou !
Hugo, stop giving me a wedgie!
Hugo

C'était juste pour rire, Manon.
It was just for laughs, Manon.
Manon

Ce n'est pas drôle du tout.
It is not funny at all.
Hugo

D'accord, je ne le referai plus.
Okay, I won't do it again.

Sources

Word origins: Wiktionary entries kangourou, slip, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Samantha Kaylee

Bonjour! I'm Samantha, a baking enthusiast by night. With my love for French culture and language, I've filled my time by penning down comprehensive guides for understanding French in several ways. It may be something as simple as pointing to 'the door' or as unique as 'trigger finger'. I have a knack for providing easier methods to learning languages. When I'm not breaking down complex French phrases, you'll probably find me at a local bakery sampling cinnamon rolls or with a good book and a cup of 'coffee with cream'. Enjoy reading!

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