fucking
Fucking (adverb) means vulgar slang: used as an intensifier before an adjective or the whole sentence. Example: “(vulgar) That was a fucking great movie.”
How to Use Fucking
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA vulgar intensifier used to add emphasis, whether positive, negative, or neutral.
Extremely informal and often considered offensive; unsuitable for formal writing or polite conversation.
Word Forms
fuckings plural
Etymology
The -ing form of fuck, used since the early 20th century as a general-purpose intensifier.
Related Words
Rhymes for fucking
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “fucking” mean?
The word “fucking” means vulgar slang: used as an intensifier before an adjective or the whole sentence. In plain terms, a vulgar intensifier used to add emphasis, whether positive, negative, or neutral.
How do you pronounce “fucking”?
“Fucking” is pronounced FUH-kihng (/ˈfʌkɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fucking” in a sentence?
Here is “fucking” used in a sentence: “(vulgar) That was a fucking great movie.”
What part of speech is “fucking”?
Depending on how it is used, “fucking” can be an adverb and an adjective.
Where does the word “fucking” come from?
The word “fucking” dates back to around 1900. The -ing form of fuck, used since the early 20th century as a general-purpose intensifier.
Is “fucking” a common word?
“Fucking” is a very common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “fucking” have?
“Fucking” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: vulgar slang: used as an intensifier before an adjective or the whole sentence.