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interjection

JFC

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JFC (interjection) means Jesus fucking Christ; an exclamation of exasperation, shock or disbelief, used in text and online. Example: “JFC, they raised the rent again.”

interjection

1

vulgar slang Jesus fucking Christ; an exclamation of exasperation, shock or disbelief, used in text and online.

"JFC, they raised the rent again."

"JFC just read the email before you reply."

noun

1

specialist In military and organisational contexts, a Joint Force Command or Joint Force Commander.

"The order came down from JFC Naples."

How to use JFC

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishJFC is a swear word people type when something is unbelievable or infuriating.

When to use it

Profane and blasphemous. Fine in casual messaging among friends; never appropriate in professional writing, and offensive to many religious readers because of the use of Christ's name.

Memory tip

JFC usually opens a sentence and is followed by a comma. Softer alternatives are JC, jeez or, without the blasphemy, FFS.

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Easily confused with

FFS → OMFG JC

Common pairings

JFC just JFC no JFC why

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

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Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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_____, they raised the rent again.

Etymology

An initialism of the exclamation Jesus fucking Christ.

Origin: English

Synonyms

FFS OMFG for fuck's sake Christ

Related words

Jesus wow Christ messiah Emmanuel saviour geez ffs

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between JFC and FFS?

Both express exasperation. JFC leans towards shock or disbelief at what someone has done, while FFS — for fuck's sake — leans towards impatience with an ongoing annoyance. FFS avoids blasphemy, which matters to some readers.

Is JFC offensive?

Yes, on two counts: it contains a strong obscenity and it takes Christ's name in vain. Among friends online it is unremarkable, but it should be kept out of work messages, public posts and any writing where a religious reader might take it badly.

What is the meaning of JFC?

"JFC" (interjection) means jesus fucking Christ; an exclamation of exasperation, shock or disbelief, used in text and online.

What is another word for JFC?

Other words for "JFC" include FFS, OMFG, for fuck's sake, Christ.

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