enfoiré
What does enfoiré mean? enfoiré is a French strong that translates to “bastard, asshole” in English.
Literal Translation
covered in shit / soiled
Meaning & Usage
"bastard, asshole"
From an old French word meaning 'soiled with diarrhea' — a visceral etymology that most modern speakers have thankfully forgotten. It means bastard or asshole, used to express serious disapproval of someone's behavior. Despite its origin, it's actually slightly softer than 'enculé' in practice.
Examples in the Wild
'Quel enfoiré!' — what a bastard! 'Les Enfoirés' — the charity concert that accidentally normalized the word.
When to Use It
Context
- Informal settings where profanity is accepted
- Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
- Direct confrontation (use with caution)
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Around elders or authority figures
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
Made famous by 'Les Enfoirés,' the annual charity concert organized by French comedians since 1989. The name was deliberately provocative — calling the performers 'bastards' was comedian Coluche's irreverent humor. This association has actually softened the word somewhat; it's hard to take an insult fully seriously when it's also the name of a beloved charity event.
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