bugger off

//ˈbʌɡ.ə(ɹ) ɒf//exclamation

What does bugger off mean? bugger off is a English moderate that translates to “go away / fuck off (mild)” in English.

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"go away / fuck off (mild)"

A British dismissal that's milder than 'fuck off' but ruder than 'go away.' The escalation ladder is: go away → push off → bugger off → piss off → fuck off. 'Bugger off' sits comfortably in the middle, acceptable in most casual settings.

To an unwanted visitor: 'Bugger off, I'm watching telly.' Said cheerfully, it's almost friendly.