meuf
What does meuf mean? meuf is a French mild that translates to “chick, girl, woman” in English.
Literal Translation
woman (verlan of femme)
Meaning & Usage
"chick, girl, woman"
Verlan for 'femme' (woman). Originally banlieue slang, it's become standard informal French for 'woman' or 'girlfriend.' 'Ma meuf' means 'my girl/girlfriend.' On its own, 'une meuf' just means 'a woman' without inherent disrespect — though some women find the casualness reductive.
Examples in the Wild
'C'est qui cette meuf?' — who's that girl? 'Ma meuf arrive' — my girlfriend is coming. Not inherently disrespectful but depends on tone.
Regional Variations
Universally understood and used in casual speech
Some consider it vulgar or reductive
When to Use It
Context
- Casual conversations with friends
- Informal settings where profanity is accepted
- Direct confrontation (use with caution)
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
Perhaps the most successful verlan word ever — it's crossed every social boundary and is now used by French speakers of all backgrounds, ages (under 50), and regions. Its counterpart 'mec' (guy) isn't verlan but fills the same role. 'Meuf' appearing in Le Monde newspaper was a milestone in French linguistic evolution.
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