interjection General Slang

Feck

/fɛk/ · interjection · vulgar

A milder Irish swear that softens 'the f-word' into something you can say to your nan.

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Definitions

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As 'feck it', a casual way to express resignation or 'who cares'.

“Feck it, we'll just get a taxi.”
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2

Used in 'feck off' to dismiss someone or something, more playful than its harsher cousin.

“Feck off, you're winding me up.”
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A softer alternative to the f-word, used to express frustration or annoyance without the same offence.

“Ah feck, I've left the oven on.”
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Feck In A Sentence

Feck sake, the bus is gone again.
Feck it, sure we're on holiday, get the dessert.
Will you feck off with that nonsense.

Origin & Usage

A Hiberno-English minced oath, an older Irish word distinct from but parallel to the English profanity. Popularised globally by the sitcom Father Ted, whose Father Jack made 'feck' a catchphrase.

Variants feck offfeck itfeckerfeckin'
Tags #irish#uk

People Also Ask

What does feck mean in Irish slang?

It's a milder version of the f-word, used to vent frustration without being as offensive — you could say it in front of family.

Is feck a bad word?

It's mildly vulgar but socially acceptable in Ireland, far softer than the actual f-word.

Where did feck become famous?

The sitcom Father Ted made it iconic, especially through Father Jack's repeated 'feck!'

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