foutre la paix
What does “foutre la paix” mean in English?
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.
Literally “give peace”
It's similar to telling someone to 'fuck off' in English, often used as a demand to stop bothering the speaker. It's informal and can be a bit confrontational.
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Related French words
foutre le camp
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foutage de gueule
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