forjævlig
What does “forjævlig” mean in English?
It means awful or extremely unpleasant. It's a strong negative evaluation of something.
You might hear it in a context similar to saying something is 'fucking awful' in English. It's informal and has a coarse tone, often used to express frustration or disappointment.
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Related Norwegian words
jævlig
3/5 · VulgarIt means awful or extremely, often used to emphasize something negative. Interestingly, it can also intensify positive descriptions.
fy faen
3/5 · VulgarThis is a strong expression used to convey disgust, surprise, or even admiration, depending on the context. It's versatile in its emotional impact.
jævelskap
3/5 · VulgarIt refers to mischief, nastiness, or a wretched situation. Think of it as a way to describe something particularly troublesome or annoying.
faen
3/5 · VulgarIt's an exclamation similar to damn or fuck, often used to express frustration or anger.
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