putain
What does putain mean? putain is a French strong that translates to “fuck / shit / damn” in English.
Literal Translation
whore/prostitute
Meaning & Usage
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"fuck / shit / damn"
The most versatile French swear word. Used as an interjection for anger, surprise, joy, or emphasis. Originally meant 'whore' but now functions like the English 'fuck' as an exclamation rather than a noun.
Examples in the Wild
Putain ! J'ai gagné ! (Fuck! I won!) / C'est une putain de bonne idée (That's a fucking good idea)