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Sunday, August 21, 2011

kiffer

to like, be into

Tu le kiffe?
You like him? (You’re into him?)

ABOUT TODAY’S WORD
Kiffer is a very popular word among French teenagers, used especially to talk about liking or having a crush on someone else. It can also refer to liking things. But be aware that it’s probably not considered the best French in either case.

THIS WEEK
Every language is full of slang, or l’argot. French is no exception. This week, we’ve been covering a selection of French slang words. These words are generally more informal, and you’ll want to use them only in familiar settings.

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Vocabulary Section: Slang, Word of the Day