Language
French swear words
A guide to swearing in French: 167 words and phrases from the Swear Atlas catalogue, organised from mild to strong and explained in plain English. Every entry links to its full page with meaning, pronunciation and a 1–5 Burn Rating.
Common French swear words
The recognisable everyday expressions, with what each one actually means.
- osti This is a Québec French exclamation that can express surprise, anger, or frustration. It literally refers to a communion host, but it’s used more as a strong intensifier in everyday speech. 4/5 · Strong
- putain bordel Literally “whore brothel”. A strong expression of annoyance or exasperation 4/5 · Strong
- beauf Literally “brother-in-law, shortened”. This is an insult for someone seen as crude or narrow-minded. It literally means 'brother-in-law' but is used in a derogatory way. 2/5 · Coarse
- bouffon It's an insult for someone who's acting ridiculous or foolish, akin to calling them a clown. Literally, it means 'jester.' 2/5 · Coarse
- bourré It means drunk, often implying very drunk. The literal translation is 'stuffed', which reflects a state of excess. 2/5 · Coarse
- brêle This is an insult aimed at someone who is incompetent or inept, often in relation to a specific task. 2/5 · Coarse
- cave In Quebec French, 'cave' is an insult meaning idiot or fool. It has no connection to its literal sense of 'cellar.' 2/5 · Coarse
- cervelle de moineau This is a mild insult used to call someone foolish or forgetful, comparing their intelligence to that of a small bird. The literal translation refers to a 'sparrow brain.' 2/5 · Coarse
Milder expressions
Gentler exclamations and everyday grumbles.
- andouille It's a comic insult for someone considered a fool or idiot. Literally, it means 'sausage,' which adds a bit of humor to the insult. 1/5 · Mild
- bon sang It's a mild exclamation used to express surprise or irritation. Literally, it translates to 'good blood.' 1/5 · Mild
- caca It's a childlike term for excrement, essentially meaning 'poo.' 1/5 · Mild
- flûte This is a very mild exclamation used to express annoyance or frustration. It literally means 'flute,' which is pretty neutral. 1/5 · Mild
- la vache This is an exclamation of surprise, similar to saying 'wow' or 'bloody hell.' It literally translates to 'the cow.' 1/5 · Mild
- mince It's a mild exclamation similar to 'darn' in English. The literal translation means 'thin.' 1/5 · Mild
- sacrebleu Literally “sacred blue”. An expression of astonishment or disbelief 1/5 · Mild
- zut It's a mild exclamation of annoyance, similar to saying 'darn' or 'shoot' in English. 1/5 · Mild
Stronger stuff
The heavier end of the scale — handle with care.
- baiser This is a vulgar term for having sex, but it can also mean to cheat someone. It literally translates to 'kiss', which is a much softer meaning. 4/5 · Strong
- bordel de merde This is a strong expression of frustration or disbelief, akin to saying 'what the hell' or 'for fuck's sake'. While it literally translates to 'brothel of shit', it's not used in a literal sense. 4/5 · Strong
- câlisse It's a Quebecois exclamation similar to saying 'fuck' or 'damn'. The word literally means 'chalice', but that's not how it's used in this context. 4/5 · Strong
- connard It's a vulgar insult aimed at an obnoxious man or person. It carries a sharper sting than just calling someone a 'jerk.' 4/5 · Strong
- crisse This is a Quebecois swear that serves as an intensifier, often used to express frustration or anger. It literally translates to 'Christ.' 4/5 · Strong
- crissement It's a vulgar intensifier used in Quebec French to emphasize something as extremely intense or significant. 4/5 · Strong
- décâlisser In Quebec French, it means to leave abruptly or to wreck something. The meaning can shift depending on how it's used in a sentence. 4/5 · Strong
- décrisser It means to leave or to get someone out, often used in a dismissive way. It's a Quebec-specific term that carries a strong tone. 4/5 · Strong
French insults
Words aimed at a person rather than shouted at the world.
- connard It's a vulgar insult aimed at an obnoxious man or person. It carries a sharper sting than just calling someone a 'jerk.' 4/5 · Strong
- enfoiré It's a strong insult for someone considered nasty or treacherous. Think of it as calling someone a real piece of work. 4/5 · Strong
- ferme ta gueule It's a rude way to tell someone to shut up. Literally, it translates to 'shut your animal mouth.' 4/5 · Strong
- je t'emmerde This means 'Fuck you' and is a direct expression of contempt towards someone. It's not just a disagreement; it's meant to insult. 4/5 · Strong
- mange de la marde This is a hostile dismissal, essentially telling someone to 'eat shit.' It's not meant to be taken literally but as a strong insult. 4/5 · Strong
- ta gueule It's a rude way to tell someone to shut up. Literally, it translates to 'your animal mouth.' 4/5 · Strong
- trou du cul It's a vulgar insult for someone being an arsehole. Literally, it translates to 'anus.' 4/5 · Strong
- va te faire foutre It's a strong way to tell someone to fuck off. The literal translation is 'go get fucked,' which captures the aggressive tone. 4/5 · Strong
Expressions & phrases
Multi-word expressions and set phrases.
- bon sang It's a mild exclamation used to express surprise or irritation. Literally, it translates to 'good blood.' 1/5 · Mild
- la vache This is an exclamation of surprise, similar to saying 'wow' or 'bloody hell.' It literally translates to 'the cow.' 1/5 · Mild
- zut alors It's a mild exclamation similar to 'darn it' or 'shoot'. 1/5 · Mild
- cervelle de moineau This is a mild insult used to call someone foolish or forgetful, comparing their intelligence to that of a small bird. The literal translation refers to a 'sparrow brain.' 2/5 · Coarse
- face de pet It's a comic insult directed at someone, essentially calling them a 'fart face.' 2/5 · Coarse
- faire un caca nerveux Literally “make a nervous poo”. It means to throw a tantrum or make a fuss, often in a childish way. The literal translation refers humorously to being so upset that you might lose control in the bathroom. 2/5 · Coarse
- s'en taper It means to not care about something at all. It's a dismissive way to express indifference. 2/5 · Coarse
- se les cailler Literally “freeze them”. It means to be freezing cold, expressed in a coarse way. The literal translation refers to a body part, but it’s implied rather than stated outright. 2/5 · Coarse
How to pronounce them
An English-friendly “sounds like” cue for each.
- andouille Sounds like “on-DOO-yee”. 1/5 · Mild
- bon sang Sounds like “bohn sahn”. 1/5 · Mild
- caca Sounds like “ka-ka”. 1/5 · Mild
- flûte Sounds like “floot”. 1/5 · Mild
- la vache Sounds like “lah VASH”. 1/5 · Mild
- mince Sounds like “manss”. 1/5 · Mild
- zut Sounds like “zoot”. 1/5 · Mild
- zut alors Sounds like “zoot ah-LOR”. 1/5 · Mild
Curious literal translations
What these expressions say word-for-word, versus what they really mean.
- sacrebleu Literally “sacred blue” — An expression of astonishment or disbelief 1/5 · Mild
- beauf Literally “brother-in-law, shortened” — This is an insult for someone seen as crude or narrow-minded. It literally means 'brother-in-law' but is used in a derogatory way. 2/5 · Coarse
- cochonneries Literally “dirty things” — It refers to filth, dirty talk, or rubbish, depending on the context. It can also mean harmless junk rather than anything sexual. 2/5 · Coarse
- couillon Literally “testicle-derived insult” — It refers to a fool or someone who is easily deceived. The literal sense comes from a term related to testicles, adding a bit of edge to the insult. 2/5 · Coarse
- faire un caca nerveux Literally “make a nervous poo” — It means to throw a tantrum or make a fuss, often in a childish way. The literal translation refers humorously to being so upset that you might lose control in the bathroom. 2/5 · Coarse
- gerber Literally “vomit” — It means to puke, but can also express disgust in a figurative sense. 2/5 · Coarse
- minable Literally “wretched” — It means pathetic or contemptible, often used to insult someone's character or actions. It can also describe something of poor quality. 2/5 · Coarse
- sagouin Literally “tamarin monkey” — It's an insult for someone who is filthy or careless, often implying sloppiness in their work or behavior. 2/5 · Coarse
How strong is French swearing?
Burn Rating spread across all 167 French entries (1 = mild, 5 = extreme).
- 1 · Mild 9
- 2 · Coarse 39
- 3 · Vulgar 97
- 4 · Strong 22
- 5 · Extreme 0
All French words A–Z
À
A
- abruti It's an insult for someone considered to be a complete fool. Literally, it refers to a 'stupefied person.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- andouille It's a comic insult for someone considered a fool or idiot. Literally, it means 'sausage,' which adds a bit of humor to the insult. 1/5 · Mild
- avoir de la merde dans les yeux It means to fail to see something obvious or to judge a situation poorly. The literal translation refers to having shit in your eyes, which emphasizes a lack of clarity or awareness. 3/5 · Vulgar
- avoir des couilles It means to have courage or nerve. The literal translation refers to having testicles, but it's not about anatomy here. 3/5 · Vulgar
- avoir du cul It means to be very lucky or to have good fortune. Literally, it translates to 'have arse.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- avoir la tête dans le cul It means to feel groggy, exhausted, or hungover. The literal translation is 'have one's head in one's arse.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- avoir le cul bordé de nouilles This phrase means to be exceptionally lucky. The literal translation about having an arse edged with noodles is just for humor, not meant to be taken seriously. 3/5 · Vulgar
- avoir un balai dans le cul This phrase means to be stiff, uptight, or overly formal. It suggests someone is rigid in their behavior or attitude. 3/5 · Vulgar
B
- baiser This is a vulgar term for having sex, but it can also mean to cheat someone. It literally translates to 'kiss', which is a much softer meaning. 4/5 · Strong
- baiser comme des lapins This phrase means to have sex very frequently, drawing a comparison to rabbits known for their high reproductive rates. 3/5 · Vulgar
- bâtard It's an insult aimed at someone considered nasty or unscrupulous. The literal translation refers to a person born outside of marriage, but that's less relevant in modern use. 3/5 · Vulgar
- beauf This is an insult for someone seen as crude or narrow-minded. It literally means 'brother-in-law' but is used in a derogatory way. 2/5 · Coarse
- bite This is a vulgar term for 'penis' in French, used in a straightforward anatomical sense. It's not a casual word; it carries a certain weight due to its crudeness. 3/5 · Vulgar
- bon sang It's a mild exclamation used to express surprise or irritation. Literally, it translates to 'good blood.' 1/5 · Mild
- bordel It’s used to express annoyance or frustration, and can also refer to a mess or chaotic situation. Literally, it means 'brothel.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- bordel de merde This is a strong expression of frustration or disbelief, akin to saying 'what the hell' or 'for fuck's sake'. While it literally translates to 'brothel of shit', it's not used in a literal sense. 4/5 · Strong
- botter le cul It means to give someone a strong rebuke or to defeat them decisively. Literally, it translates to 'kick the arse.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- bouffon It's an insult for someone who's acting ridiculous or foolish, akin to calling them a clown. Literally, it means 'jester.' 2/5 · Coarse
- bourré It means drunk, often implying very drunk. The literal translation is 'stuffed', which reflects a state of excess. 2/5 · Coarse
- branlée It refers to a significant defeat or crushing loss, often used in a sports context. It can also imply a physical beating in more violent situations. 3/5 · Vulgar
- branler It refers to masturbation, but in negative constructions, it means not doing anything at all. It's a versatile term that can imply laziness or inaction. 3/5 · Vulgar
- branleur It's an insult for someone perceived as lazy or contemptible. Literally, it means 'a person who masturbates.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- brêle This is an insult aimed at someone who is incompetent or inept, often in relation to a specific task. 2/5 · Coarse
- brise-burnes This refers to someone or something that is extremely annoying or bothersome. The literal translation, 'testicle breaker,' adds a humorous twist to the annoyance. 3/5 · Vulgar
C
- c'est des conneries This means to dismiss something as bullshit or nonsense. It literally translates to 'it is stupid things.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- c'est quoi ce bordel It means 'what the hell is going on?' or 'what is this mess?'. The literal translation is 'what is this brothel?', but that’s not how it’s used in context. 3/5 · Vulgar
- caca It's a childlike term for excrement, essentially meaning 'poo.' 1/5 · Mild
- câlisse It's a Quebecois exclamation similar to saying 'fuck' or 'damn'. The word literally means 'chalice', but that's not how it's used in this context. 4/5 · Strong
- calvaire This is a French exclamation used in Quebec to express frustration, similar to saying 'for Christ's sake' in English. Literally, it refers to Calvary, the site of Christ's crucifixion. 3/5 · Vulgar
- casse-couilles It's used to describe someone or something that's really annoying or bothersome. The literal translation, 'testicle breaker,' adds a humorous twist but isn't meant to be taken literally. 3/5 · Vulgar
- casse-toi It means 'get lost' and is a rude way to tell someone to go away. 3/5 · Vulgar
- casser les couilles It means to annoy or bother someone intensely. The literal translation refers to breaking testicles, but it's typically used figuratively. 3/5 · Vulgar
- cave In Quebec French, 'cave' is an insult meaning idiot or fool. It has no connection to its literal sense of 'cellar.' 2/5 · Coarse
- cervelle de moineau This is a mild insult used to call someone foolish or forgetful, comparing their intelligence to that of a small bird. The literal translation refers to a 'sparrow brain.' 2/5 · Coarse
- chacun sa merde Everyone should deal with their own problems. It's a way of saying you’re not interested in someone else's issues. 3/5 · Vulgar
- chiant It means annoying or boring. Literally, it translates to 'shitting,' which gives you a sense of how strong the word can feel in context. 3/5 · Vulgar
- chiasse It means diarrhoea or can refer to something considered contemptible. It's a bit more specific than just saying 'shit.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- chier It means to defecate, but it's commonly used to express annoyance or to describe someone as a nuisance. It's a versatile term that can be both literal and figurative. 3/5 · Vulgar
- chier dans son froc This phrase means to be extremely frightened. It figuratively describes someone who is so scared that they might as well have shit themselves. 3/5 · Vulgar
- chier une pendule Make a disproportionate fuss over something trivial. The literal translation, 'shit a clock,' adds a humorous twist to the expression. 3/5 · Vulgar
- chieur It's an insult for someone who's persistently annoying or bothersome. Literally, it means 'person who shits.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- chiottes This is a coarse, informal term for toilets. It literally translates to 'toilets.' 2/5 · Coarse
- ciboire This is a Quebecois swear that serves as an intensifier, often used to express frustration or anger. It literally refers to a sacred object, the ciborium, which adds an ironic twist to its usage. 3/5 · Vulgar
- cochonneries It refers to filth, dirty talk, or rubbish, depending on the context. It can also mean harmless junk rather than anything sexual. 2/5 · Coarse
- con This is an insult that roughly translates to idiot or arsehole. While it literally means 'vulva', that's not typically the intent when used as an insult today. 3/5 · Vulgar
- con comme un balai This means someone is very stupid. It's a comic way to insult someone's intelligence by comparing them to a broom. 3/5 · Vulgar
- connard It's a vulgar insult aimed at an obnoxious man or person. It carries a sharper sting than just calling someone a 'jerk.' 4/5 · Strong
- connerie It refers to nonsense, a stupid act, or a mistake. Literally, it translates to 'stupid thing.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- couilles This refers to testicles, but it's also used to mean courage or to describe trouble in certain phrases. It's a casual, bodily term with some versatility. 3/5 · Vulgar
- couillon It refers to a fool or someone who is easily deceived. The literal sense comes from a term related to testicles, adding a bit of edge to the insult. 2/5 · Coarse
- couillonner To trick or make a fool of someone. It's an informal way to describe someone being duped. 2/5 · Coarse
- coûter la peau du cul It means to cost a huge amount of money. The literal translation refers to a very high price, emphasizing how painful it is to pay. 3/5 · Vulgar
- crevard It's a contemptuous term for someone who's selfish or stingy. Essentially, it's calling someone a greedy bastard. 3/5 · Vulgar
- crevure It's an insult aimed at someone despicable or contemptible. It conveys strong disdain for the person being referred to. 3/5 · Vulgar
- crisse This is a Quebecois swear that serves as an intensifier, often used to express frustration or anger. It literally translates to 'Christ.' 4/5 · Strong
- crissement It's a vulgar intensifier used in Quebec French to emphasize something as extremely intense or significant. 4/5 · Strong
- crosseur In Quebec, this refers to someone who cheats or is dishonest. Literally, it means 'person who masturbates.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- cul This is a vulgar term for someone's backside. Literally, it translates to 'buttocks.' 2/5 · Coarse
Ç
- ça fait chier That's really annoying. 3/5 · Vulgar
- ça me casse les couilles That really pisses me off. 3/5 · Vulgar
D
- dans ton cul It's a rude taunt or insult, essentially telling someone to shove something up their arse. While it literally means 'in your arse,' it's often used in a more figurative, dismissive way. 3/5 · Vulgar
- de mes couilles This phrase is used to dismiss something as worthless or insignificant. Literally, it translates to 'of my testicles.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- décâlisser In Quebec French, it means to leave abruptly or to wreck something. The meaning can shift depending on how it's used in a sentence. 4/5 · Strong
- déconnade It refers to joking around or engaging in silly behavior, often in a light-hearted way. 2/5 · Coarse
- déconner It means to talk nonsense or mess around, and can also refer to something malfunctioning. The context usually clarifies whether it's joking or something going awry. 2/5 · Coarse
- décrisser It means to leave or to get someone out, often used in a dismissive way. It's a Quebec-specific term that carries a strong tone. 4/5 · Strong
- dégueulasse It means disgusting, filthy, or morally revolting. You can use it to describe both physical mess and bad behavior. 2/5 · Coarse
- démerder It means to sort something out or manage a situation, often used reflexively. Literally, it translates to 'get out of shit.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- ducon It's a direct insult similar to calling someone an idiot or an arsehole. It can also carry a mocking tone when used as a form of address. 3/5 · Vulgar
- dugland It's a comic insult used to call someone an idiot. While it sounds light-hearted, it can still be offensive. 2/5 · Coarse
E
- emmerdant It means annoying, troublesome, or boring. It's derived from a term that literally relates to shitting, which adds a bit of edge. 3/5 · Vulgar
- emmerder It means to annoy or bother someone, causing them trouble. While it can imply a more vulgar context, it doesn't always relate to excrement directly. 3/5 · Vulgar
- emmerdeur An annoying or troublesome person, often used to describe someone who's a real pain in the arse. 3/5 · Vulgar
- emmerdeuse This is the feminine form of a term for someone who is annoying or troublesome. It's often used to describe bothersome behavior rather than targeting a specific trait. 3/5 · Vulgar
- en avoir plein le cul Be thoroughly fed up. 3/5 · Vulgar
- en chier It means to have a very difficult time or to struggle significantly with something. The literal translation suggests a messy situation, which fits the context of hardship. 3/5 · Vulgar
- enfoiré It's a strong insult for someone considered nasty or treacherous. Think of it as calling someone a real piece of work. 4/5 · Strong
- engueuler It means to tell someone off angrily or to bawl them out. It's more about scolding than using obscenities. 2/5 · Coarse
- entuber It means to cheat or swindle someone. The literal translation refers to putting a tube in, which adds a somewhat crude layer to the expression. 3/5 · Vulgar
- envoyer chier It means to tell someone rudely to go away. The literal translation is 'send to shit,' which captures the dismissive tone. 3/5 · Vulgar
- et mon cul, c'est du poulet This phrase is a sarcastic way to dismiss an unbelievable claim, implying that it's as ridiculous as saying your arse is chicken. 3/5 · Vulgar
F
- face de pet It's a comic insult directed at someone, essentially calling them a 'fart face.' 2/5 · Coarse
- faire chier It means to annoy someone or be a nuisance. The literal translation is 'make shit,' which highlights the irritation involved. 3/5 · Vulgar
- faire un caca nerveux It means to throw a tantrum or make a fuss, often in a childish way. The literal translation refers humorously to being so upset that you might lose control in the bathroom. 2/5 · Coarse
- feignasse This is an insult aimed at someone seen as extremely lazy. It literally translates to 'lazy person.' 2/5 · Coarse
- ferme ta gueule It's a rude way to tell someone to shut up. Literally, it translates to 'shut your animal mouth.' 4/5 · Strong
- fion It's a coarse term for the backside or anus. It’s often used in a playful or mocking context rather than a clinical one. 3/5 · Vulgar
- flûte This is a very mild exclamation used to express annoyance or frustration. It literally means 'flute,' which is pretty neutral. 1/5 · Mild
- foirade It refers to a botched attempt or a failure, often implying that something didn't go as planned. 2/5 · Coarse
- foutage de gueule It refers to mockery or taking the piss out of someone, often with a sense of contempt. It's used when someone feels deceived or tricked. 3/5 · Vulgar
- fouteur de merde It refers to someone who stirs up trouble or causes chaos, essentially a shit-stirrer. Literally, it translates to 'maker of shit.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- foutoir It refers to a complete mess or a chaotic place. Despite its origin, it’s usually not sexual in nature. 3/5 · Vulgar
- foutre It primarily means to do, put, or give, often in a vulgar context. Literally, it translates to 'semen,' but that’s not how it’s usually used in conversation. 3/5 · Vulgar
- foutre en l'air It means to ruin, waste, or wreck something. The literal translation is 'throw in the air.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- foutre la merde It means to cause trouble or create a mess. Literally, it translates to 'put shit.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- foutre la paix It means to leave someone alone, expressed in a rough manner. The literal translation is 'give peace,' but that's not how it's used. 3/5 · Vulgar
- foutre le bordel It means to create chaos or disorder. The literal translation is 'put the brothel', but that's not how it's used. 3/5 · Vulgar
- foutre le camp It means to go away or clear off, said in a rough manner. The literal translation is 'leave the camp.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- fumier It's an insult used to describe a despicable person. Literally, it means 'manure,' which adds a layer of disdain. 3/5 · Vulgar
G
- gerber It means to puke, but can also express disgust in a figurative sense. 2/5 · Coarse
- glandeur It's an insult for someone who is lazy or loafs around, essentially calling them a slacker. The feminine form is 'glandeuse.' 2/5 · Coarse
- gueule It's a rough term for someone's mouth or face, often used in a derogatory way. Literally, it means 'animal's mouth.' 2/5 · Coarse
- gueuler It means to shout or yell in a rough or loud way. It's more about the volume and intensity than a direct insult. 2/5 · Coarse
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J
- j'en ai rien à foutre It means I don't give a fuck, expressing strong indifference to something. 4/5 · Strong
- je m'en bats les couilles It means I don't give a fuck. The literal translation is quite graphic, referring to beating one's testicles, which adds to the rudeness. 4/5 · Strong
- je m'en fous This means 'I don't care' and expresses a casual indifference. It's a bit rough around the edges, but not the strongest way to say it. 3/5 · Vulgar
- je me fais chier I'm bored out of my mind. It's not meant to be taken literally despite the wording. 3/5 · Vulgar
- je t'emmerde This means 'Fuck you' and is a direct expression of contempt towards someone. It's not just a disagreement; it's meant to insult. 4/5 · Strong
L
- l'avoir dans le cul It means to be screwed or to end up with the worse end of a deal. The literal translation is interesting, but it's all about misfortune in a figurative sense. 3/5 · Vulgar
- la vache This is an exclamation of surprise, similar to saying 'wow' or 'bloody hell.' It literally translates to 'the cow.' 1/5 · Mild
- lavette It's an insult for someone perceived as weak or lacking in resolve. Literally, it means 'dishcloth.' 2/5 · Coarse
M
- mange de la marde This is a hostile dismissal, essentially telling someone to 'eat shit.' It's not meant to be taken literally but as a strong insult. 4/5 · Strong
- merde This means 'shit' and can express frustration, surprise, or describe something of poor quality. It literally translates to 'excrement.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- merder It means to mess up or go wrong, often in a casual context. 3/5 · Vulgar
- merdeux It's an insult for someone who's obnoxious or contemptible, essentially calling them a 'shitty person.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- merdier It refers to a mess, trouble, or a disastrous situation. It's often used figuratively to describe chaos or problems. 3/5 · Vulgar
- merdique It means very bad or of poor quality, often used to describe something disappointing. The literal translation is 'shitty.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- mes couilles This is a vulgar way to express disbelief or to dismiss something outright, like saying 'bullshit' in English. It literally translates to 'my testicles,' which adds a layer of rudeness. 3/5 · Vulgar
- minable It means pathetic or contemptible, often used to insult someone's character or actions. It can also describe something of poor quality. 2/5 · Coarse
- mince It's a mild exclamation similar to 'darn' in English. The literal translation means 'thin.' 1/5 · Mild
- moins-que-rien It insults someone by calling them worthless, suggesting they have no value at all. The literal translation is 'less than nothing,' which adds to the sting. 3/5 · Vulgar
- mon cul It's a dismissive way to say something is nonsense or unbelievable. Literally, it translates to 'my arse.' 3/5 · Vulgar
N
- naze It means something is lousy, exhausted, or just plain pathetic. It's often used to express disappointment or disdain about a person or situation. 2/5 · Coarse
- ne rien branler It means to do absolutely nothing or to laze around. The literal translation is 'not shake anything.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- ne rien foutre It means to do nothing or to avoid working altogether. It's a colorful way to express laziness or idleness. 3/5 · Vulgar
- niaiseux This is a Quebecois insult used to call someone foolish or ridiculous. It’s not a heavy insult, more like playful teasing in some contexts. 2/5 · Coarse
- niquer This is a vulgar verb that means to fuck, but it can also imply breaking or defeating someone. It’s often used in a more figurative sense in casual conversation. 4/5 · Strong
- nom de Dieu This is a religious exclamation used to express anger or surprise, akin to saying 'Goddamn' in English. It literally translates to 'name of God.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- nul à chier It means something is extremely bad or utterly useless. The literal translation hints at its strong disdain, suggesting something is so poor it's worth shitting on. 3/5 · Vulgar
P
- péter It means to fart, but can also refer to breaking or exploding in certain contexts. It's a straightforward term for flatulence. 2/5 · Coarse
- péter les couilles It means to annoy someone intensely. The literal translation refers to a rather graphic image of bursting testicles, but that's not how it's used. 3/5 · Vulgar
- pisse It's a coarse term for urine, essentially meaning piss. It can be used in informal contexts, often to express disdain or annoyance. 2/5 · Coarse
- pisser It means to urinate, used as a coarse term for the act of peeing. It's a straightforward way to refer to going to the bathroom. 2/5 · Coarse
- putain bordel A strong expression of annoyance or exasperation 4/5 · Strong
S
- s'en branler It means to not give a fuck or to show indifference. It's not about literal masturbation, despite the phrasing. 4/5 · Strong
- s'en taper It means to not care about something at all. It's a dismissive way to express indifference. 2/5 · Coarse
- sacrament This is a religious exclamation commonly used in Quebec, expressing surprise or frustration. It literally refers to a sacrament in Christianity, but here it serves as a strong interjection. 3/5 · Vulgar
- sacrebleu An expression of astonishment or disbelief 1/5 · Mild
- sagouin It's an insult for someone who is filthy or careless, often implying sloppiness in their work or behavior. 2/5 · Coarse
- salaud This is an insult that means 'bastard' or a nasty person. It's often used to express disdain or contempt for someone. 3/5 · Vulgar
- salopard It's an insult for someone deemed nasty or unscrupulous. It carries a strong sense of contempt but isn't explicitly sexual. 3/5 · Vulgar
- saloperie It refers to something nasty, worthless, or a dirty trick. The literal translation is 'filthy thing.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- se casser le cul It means to make a great effort or work very hard. The literal translation is 'break one's arse,' but it's used more figuratively. 3/5 · Vulgar
- se foutre de la gueule de It means to mock someone or treat them like a fool. It's a dismissive way of saying you don't take someone seriously. 3/5 · Vulgar
- se les cailler It means to be freezing cold, expressed in a coarse way. The literal translation refers to a body part, but it’s implied rather than stated outright. 2/5 · Coarse
- se sortir les doigts du cul It means to stop being lazy and actually do something. The literal translation refers to taking your fingers out of your arse, which adds a bit of urgency to the message. 3/5 · Vulgar
T
- ta gueule It's a rude way to tell someone to shut up. Literally, it translates to 'your animal mouth.' 4/5 · Strong
- tabarnak This is a strong exclamation in Quebec French, often used to express anger or frustration. It literally means 'tabernacle,' referencing a religious context, but it's used much more for its emotional impact. 4/5 · Strong
- tête de nœud This is a vulgar insult similar to calling someone a 'dickhead.' It literally translates to 'knot head,' but it's not about anatomy. 3/5 · Vulgar
- teubé This is a slang insult meaning someone is stupid or an idiot. It's a playful twist on the word 'bête,' which means 'fool.' 2/5 · Coarse
- tocard This is an insult used to call someone a loser or incompetent. It's often aimed at someone's abilities or performance. 2/5 · Coarse
- trou de balle It's a coarse term for the anus and can also be used as an insult. The literal translation refers to a bullet hole, which adds a bit of edge to the phrase. 3/5 · Vulgar
- trou du cul It's a vulgar insult for someone being an arsehole. Literally, it translates to 'anus.' 4/5 · Strong
- trou du cul du monde This refers to a very remote or undesirable place, essentially calling it the 'arsehole of the world.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- tu me fais chier You're really annoying me. 3/5 · Vulgar
V
- va chier It's a rude way to dismiss someone or something, telling them to 'go shit.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- va te faire foutre It's a strong way to tell someone to fuck off. The literal translation is 'go get fucked,' which captures the aggressive tone. 4/5 · Strong
- va te faire voir This is a rude way to tell someone to get lost or to dismiss them. Literally, it translates to 'go get seen.' 3/5 · Vulgar
- vaurien It's an insult for someone who's a good-for-nothing or a scoundrel. Literally, it translates to 'worth nothing.' 2/5 · Coarse