va te faire voir
What does “va te faire voir” mean in English?
This is a rude way to tell someone to get lost or to dismiss them. Literally, it translates to 'go get seen.'
Literally “go get seen”
It's used as a direct insult, similar to telling someone to fuck off, but it's generally less explicit than 'va te faire foutre.' You'll hear it in casual confrontations in French-speaking areas.
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Related French words
va chier
3/5 · VulgarIt's a rude way to dismiss someone or something, telling them to 'go shit.'
va te faire foutre
4/5 · StrongIt's a strong way to tell someone to fuck off. The literal translation is 'go get fucked,' which captures the aggressive tone.
casse-toi
3/5 · VulgarIt means 'get lost' and is a rude way to tell someone to go away.
abruti
3/5 · VulgarIt's an insult for someone considered to be a complete fool. Literally, it refers to a 'stupefied person.'
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