fuck
Translation
to have sexual intercourse, to ruin, to curse, to treat unfairly
Examples
Fuck! I forgot my wallet.
Fuck! I forgot my wallet.
He completely fucked up the project.
He completely screwed up the project.
Don't fuck with me.
Don't mess with me.
What the fuck are you doing here?
What the hell are you doing here?
Grammar Patterns
((interjection)) used to express anger or frustration Fuck! I missed the bus.
((sth.)) up to ruin or spoil (sth.) He fucked up the presentation.
((with sb./sth.)) to meddle or interfere with (sb./sth.) Don't fuck with the settings.
((intensifier)) what/who/where the fuck...? used for emphasis What the fuck is that noise?
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Etymology
From a Germanic root, linked to words for 'striking' or 'moving to and fro'. This fundamental idea of action branched out into its various figurative senses.
Memory Tips
An extremely versatile and potent curse word for expressing intense feelings like anger, surprise, or frustration. Handle with extreme care.