General
reuf
What does reuf mean?
Used to signal solidarity or belonging to the same crew or neighbourhood.
"On se serre les coudes entre reufs. = We look out for each other, brothers."
Origin
Banlieue verlan from 'frere', diffused widely through 1990s and 2000s French rap. The original 'frere' is itself heavily used as 'bro', and 'reuf' is its verlan twin.
Frequently asked questions
What does reuf mean?
It's French slang for 'brother', from reversing the syllables of 'frere'; used literally or like 'bro'.
Is there a female version of reuf?
Yes — 'reus' or 'reum' constructions exist, but the common female counterpart is built from 'soeur' (sister).
Where did reuf come from?
From verlan, the syllable-inverting slang of the French banlieues, spread by rap culture.
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