adjective

frigging

FRIH-gihng

Frigging (adjective) means a softened swear word used for emphasis, similar to "fricking.". Example: “That's the frigging last time I trust him.”

adjective

A softened swear word used for emphasis, similar to "fricking."

"That's the frigging last time I trust him."

How to use frigging

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA mild swear word used to intensify a statement, less crude than its stronger counterpart.

When to use it

Informal and mildly vulgar; avoid in formal writing.

Easily confused with

fricking →

Word forms

friggings plural

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Rhymes for frigging

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Frequently asked questions

What does “frigging” mean?

The word “frigging” means a softened swear word used for emphasis, similar to "fricking.". In plain terms, a mild swear word used to intensify a statement, less crude than its stronger counterpart.

How do you pronounce “frigging”?

“Frigging” is pronounced FRIH-gihng (/ˈfɹɪɡɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “frigging” in a sentence?

Here is “frigging” used in a sentence: “That's the frigging last time I trust him.”

What part of speech is “frigging”?

“Frigging” is an adjective.