What is the French slang for WTF?

The most common French slang for "WTF" is "C'est quoi ce bordel ?" (What is this mess/chaos?) or "C'est quoi ce merdier ?" (What is this shit?). Other common, slightly less vulgar alternatives include "C'est quoi ce délire ?" (What is this madness?) and simply "Putain !" (Fuck!) to express shock.
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What is the French equivalent of WTF?

There is not a direct equivalent but some sentences are used to mean the same : -C'est quoi cette merde ?/C'est quoi ce bordel ? -Qu'est ce que c'est que cette merde ?/Qu'est ce que c'est que ce bordel ? -HEIN ?
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What does "je ne sais quoi" mean literally?

The literal translation of the French phrase "je ne sais quoi" is "I don't know what," but it's used in English to describe an indescribable, special quality or charm that makes someone or something unique and appealing, like "a certain je ne sais quoi". It refers to an elusive, almost magical characteristic that's hard to define but clearly noticeable.
 
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Does the f word come from French?

The Oxford English Dictionary states that the ultimate etymology is uncertain, but that the word is "probably cognate" with a number of Germanic words with meanings involving striking, rubbing and having sex or is derivative of the Old French word that meant 'to have sex'.
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Is it okay to say "sacre bleu"?

In certain contexts, sacré bleu can be an appropriate and effective way to express surprise or shock. For example, if you were to witness a car accident, you might exclaim sacré bleu in shock and horror. So, while sacré bleu isn't exactly a ubiquitous phrase in France, it's not entirely unheard of either.
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20 French Fluency Shortcuts: Slang

What does fufu mean in French slang?

[fufu ] Word forms: foufou, fofolle [fɔfɔl ] adjective. nutty (informal) ⧫ scatty (informal)
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Do French people say zut alors?

We've seen some French words that aren't used: Sacrebleu. Zut alors.
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Can I say "je sais pas"?

In informal spoken French, we often skip pronouncing 'ne' with negated verbs. So if I was speaking in a casual context, I'd say, “Je sais pas.” To go even further, many French speakers blend the je and sais into something that might sound like “jsais pas” of even “shay pas.” This is how I say it!
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What does Jenna Sequoia mean?

an indefinable, elusive quality, especially a pleasing one.
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What does moi je sais mean?

je moi sais

French to English translation and meaning. je sais moi. I know me.
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What does "je ne saquon" mean?

/ˌʒə nə seɪ ˈkwɑː/ French for "I don't know what": a pleasing quality that cannot be exactly named or described: a certain je ne sais quoi Although he's not conventionally attractive, he has a certain je ne sais quoi that makes him popular with the ladies.
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What does SRX mean in French?

Srx. Just as we say “Seriously?” in English, the French have their own version too for conveying disbelief: srx = sérieux.
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Do the French actually say "je voudrais"?

Yes, the French absolutely say "je voudrais" (I would like), especially in polite situations like ordering food or making requests, but natives often use more casual, common alternatives like "je prends" (I'll have/take) or "je vais prendre" (I'm going to have/take) for everyday ordering. While "je veux" (I want) is grammatically correct, it's considered too direct and impolite for most social interactions, making je voudrais a staple for polite requests.
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What does mdr mean in slang?

MDR. MDR in French stands for Mort de rire. The phrase literally means “Dead from laughter” but a more appropriate translation is “laughing out loud” or the more text-friendly “LOL”.
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What is a casse-tete?

casse-tête m (invariable) brainteaser, puzzle. (by extension) headache, problem.
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What is une boum?

Une boum=a party. These are informal parties usually organised for a birthday celebration and widely used term among the young kids and students. Boum!= Bang! (used as an interjection) usually in a slang way.
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What do French call their lover?

Common French terms for "lover" or terms of endearment include mon amour (my love), mon chéri/ma chérie (my darling), mon cœur (my heart/sweetheart), and mon bébé (my baby) for general affection, while more specific, flirty options might be mon beau/ma belle (my handsome/beautiful) or mon trésor (my treasure), but be cautious with terms like mon amant/ma maîtresse, which often imply an affair. 
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What does je ma fu mean?

I don't care") Je m'en fous. (" I don't care")
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What does bbg mean in French slang?

Nowadays, BG is very popular. It stands for “beau gosse” (when talking about a male) and “belle gosse” (when talking about a female) meaning that the person you're talking about is good looking.
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