tfu
“tfu” is an Azerbaijani word. Its 4 meanings in English:
noun
interjection
- Mimics the sound of spitting.; ptooey, fe
- Uttered protectively (often repeated as “tfu, tfu”) when praising someone or something, or after mentioning something positive, invoking the idea of averting misfortune or the evil eye.
- Uttered in anger or reproach toward someone, expressing strong disapproval.; fie!; for shame!; nuts!; damn it!, dammit!
Etymology
Onomatopoeic. Compare Russian тьфу (tʹfu), Ukrainian тьху (tʹxu).
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