Pfft In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "pfft", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Jenne Phuong calendar 2021-08-23 09:08

Meaning of Pfft

Synonyms:

phfft

Pfft American interjection exclamation

 Used to denote a sound that indicates the sudden disappearance or ending of something.

All of a sudden - pfft. He's gone without telling us.

Well, pfft, they disappeared!

Used to reject or disagree in a sarcastic way with what someone has said or done.

Pfft, what a ridiculous idea!

"He said he would win the first prize" - "Pfft, he might be daydreaming".

Origin of Pfft

It is first recorded in 1920–25

The Origin Cited: dictionary.com .
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