je me fais chier
What does “je me fais chier” mean in English?
I'm bored out of my mind. It's not meant to be taken literally despite the wording.
Literally “I make myself shit”
This is a casual expression, similar to saying 'I'm fucking bored' in English. It's used informally among friends and carries a moderate level of rudeness.
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Related French words
je m'en fous
3/5 · VulgarThis 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.
je m'en bats les couilles
4/5 · StrongIt means I don't give a fuck. The literal translation is quite graphic, referring to beating one's testicles, which adds to the rudeness.
je t'emmerde
4/5 · StrongThis means 'Fuck you' and is a direct expression of contempt towards someone. It's not just a disagreement; it's meant to insult.
avoir de la merde dans les yeux
3/5 · VulgarIt 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.
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