j'en ai rien à foutre
What does “j'en ai rien à foutre” mean in English?
It means I don't give a fuck, expressing strong indifference to something.
You might use it in a casual conversation to dismiss something or someone, similar to saying 'I couldn't care less' in English. It's informal and carries a strong tone of disregard.
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Related French words
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.
s'en branler
4/5 · StrongIt means to not give a fuck or to show indifference. It's not about literal masturbation, despite the phrasing.
niquer
4/5 · StrongThis 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.
foutre
3/5 · VulgarIt 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.
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