fuck
fuck
Pronunciation
f /f/ - Voiceless labiodental fricative
u /ʌ/ - Near-open back unrounded vowel
c /k/ - Voiceless velar stop
Therefore, the full IPA transcription of "fuck" is /fʌk/.
Word Form Variations
Noun: fucker, fuckee, fuckability
Verb: fucking, fucked
Adjective: fucking
Adverb: fucking
Interjection: Fuck!
It's important to note that these forms often carry strong connotations and are considered offensive in many contexts.
Definitions, Synonyms and Antonyms
Noun
Definition:
The act of sexual intercourse.
A person who engages in sexual intercourse, especially promiscuously.
Synonyms:
Coitus, intercourse, copulation, shag, screw
Whore, slut, tart (derogatory)
Antonyms:
Abstinence, celibacy
Verb
Definition:
To have sexual intercourse with.
To damage, ruin, or spoil something.
To confuse or bewilder someone.
Synonyms:
Screw, bang, sleep with, bed
Ruin, destroy, wreck
Confuse, bewilder, perplex
Antonyms:
Abstain, refrain
Repair, fix, mend
Clarify, enlighten
Adjective
Definition:
Used as an intensifier to express anger, frustration, or emphasis.
Synonyms:
Damned, blasted, bloody (informal)
Antonyms:
Wonderful, fantastic, amazing
Adverb
Definition:
Used as an intensifier to express anger, frustration, or emphasis.
Synonyms:
Very, extremely, incredibly
Antonyms:
Slightly, barely, hardly
Interjection
Definition:
An exclamation of anger, frustration, or surprise.
Synonyms:
Damn, shit, hell
Antonyms:
Hurrah, hooray, cheers
Examples of Use
Books:
In novels like "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger, the word is used frequently to convey the protagonist's frustration and rebellion.
In academic texts, the word might be used in analyses of language or social trends, often with asterisks or dashes to indicate the offensive nature of the word.
Newspapers:
While less common in mainstream newspapers, the word might appear in opinion pieces or articles about social issues, particularly those related to sexuality or censorship.
Online Publications:
The word is prevalent in blogs, social media posts, and online forums, reflecting the more informal and less restricted nature of online communication.
Entertainment Mediums and Platforms:
Movies, TV shows, music, and video games often use the word for various purposes, including character development, humor, and shock value.
General Public Discourse:
The word is common in everyday conversation, though its use varies depending on social context, age, and personal preferences.
10 Famous Quotes Using Fuck
"The truth is, everybody is going to hurt you. You just gotta find the ones worth suffering for. Fuck the rest." — Bob Marley (attributed, though the exact sourcing is debated — still a very popular quote in public usage)
"Frankly, my dear, I don’t give a fuck." — Modern parody of Rhett Butler’s line in Gone with the Wind
"Say 'what' again. Say 'what' again, I dare you, I double dare you motherfucker!" — Samuel L. Jackson as Jules Winnfield, Pulp Fiction
"Fuck it. Let’s go bowling." — John Goodman as Walter Sobchak, The Big Lebowski
"I'm too old for this fucking shit." — Danny Glover as Roger Murtaugh, Lethal Weapon
"Fuck hope. Hope is for suckers." — Margaret Atwood (paraphrased from The Handmaid’s Tale interviews — often cited online)
"You fuck up once, you lose two teeth." — Al Pacino as Tony Montana, Scarface
"If you can’t take a little bloody nose, maybe you ought to go back home and crawl under your bed. It’s not safe out here. It’s wondrous… but it’s not for the timid. Fuck it." — Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (spoken by Q)
"You have to fuck up before you level up." — Unknown (popular entrepreneurial and motivational phrase)
"The word fuck is actually very versatile. It can be used as a verb, noun, adjective, adverb… it's practically the Swiss army knife of words." — George Carlin (from his famous "Seven Dirty Words" routine)
Etymology
The word "fuck" has a murky history, and its exact origin is uncertain.
Possible Connections: Some experts believe it might be related to older Germanic words that meant something like "to strike" or "to rub."
Early Use: The first recorded use of "fuck" was in the 1400s. Back then, it mainly referred to sexual intercourse.
Evolution: Over time, the word gained more meanings. It started being used as an insult, and later as a way to express strong emotions like anger or frustration.
Phrases + Idioms Containing Fuck
Due to its strong connotations, "fuck" is rarely used in formal idioms or polite phrases. However, it appears in many informal expressions and slang terms.
Here are some examples:
"Fuck off!" - A forceful and often rude way to tell someone to go away.
"Fuck you!" - A strong insult expressing anger or hostility.
"What the fuck?" - An exclamation of surprise, disbelief, or anger.
"I don't give a fuck." - Expressing indifference or a lack of concern.
"Fuck it!" - An expression of resignation or a decision to abandon effort.
Important Note: These phrases are considered offensive in many contexts.
Phrases with Similar Effect (using milder language):
"Go away!"
"Get lost!"
"Shove off!"
"I don't care."
"Forget it!"
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Source Information
Definition of fuck from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
