How Do You Spell MOTHERFUCKER?

Pronunciation: [mˈʌðəfˌʌkə] (IPA)

The word "motherfucker" is a highly offensive term that is often used as a vulgar insult. Its spelling follows the standard rules of English pronunciation: "mother" is pronounced /ˈmʌðər/ and "fucker" is pronounced /ˈfʌkər/. When combined, the two words form a compound word with an emphasis on the first syllable, making it /ˈmʌðərfʌkər/. While some may use this word in a joking manner or as a way to express intense frustration, its highly offensive nature means it should be used with extreme caution, if at all.

Common Misspellings for MOTHERFUCKER

• motherfuckn

Etymology of MOTHERFUCKER

The word "motherfucker" is considered an offensive and vulgar slang term in English. It originated in American English in the early 20th century and is a compound word combining the noun "mother" and the verb "fucker".

The word "mother" comes from Middle English "moder", Old English "mōdor", and Proto-Germanic "*mōdēr". It is a cognate with similar words in other Germanic languages. The word "mother" refers to a female parent or someone who gives birth to or raises a child.

The word "fuck" has a complex etymology and originated from Middle English "fukken" or "fucken", which may have been derived from the Old High German word "ficken" meaning "to rub".

Idioms with the word MOTHERFUCKER

• hard as a motherfucker The idiom "hard as a motherfucker" is an informal and explicit expression used to describe something or someone as very difficult, challenging, or strong. It emphasizes extreme resilience, toughness, or intensity.

Similar spelling word for MOTHERFUCKER

• mother fucker.

Plural form of MOTHERFUCKER is MOTHERFUCKERS