pfft
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9.9
- noun
- /pft/
- Informal
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resoplido
- - Pfft!
Examples
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- Pfft.
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- Pfft, I could do that.
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- On school property... - Pfft.
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MAX: Noodles, pfft, come here.
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I mean, one minute you're here, and the next, pfft.
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- Pfft, right.
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MC Hammer pants are not parachute pants, pfft.
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- Pfft, that idea is ridiculous.
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She just rolled her eyes and went, 'Pfft!'
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When he mentioned his plans, I couldn't help but let out a pfft of disbelief.
Synonyms
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4.1
A sudden harsh noise made by forcing air through the nose to show amusement or anger
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8.4
A rude sound made by blowing air through the lips to show dislike
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9.1
A short low sound showing disapproval or doubt
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8.8
A loud, playful noise that people make to tease someone
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9.2
A short gruff sound that comes from clearing the throat to show annoyance or doubt
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9.9
A short sound people make to show disbelief or no interest
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9.9
A short sound showing dislike or disbelief
A short snort people make to show doubt or dislike
A short noise people make with their tongue to show disapproval
An old-fashioned word people say to show disbelief or annoyance
How Dismissive
Surface Forms
Etymology
Pfft names the short, sharp sound made by blowing air through the lips, like a small puff or 'snort' of air. That is why a pfft often shows you are not impressed and want to dismiss an idea.