Futz: meaning, definitions and examples
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futz
[ fʌts ]
wasting time
To futz means to spend time in a trivial or pointless way, often by doing unproductive tasks or activities. It can also imply a sense of aimless wandering or procrastination. People often futz around when they are avoiding responsibilities or feel uncertain about what to do next. The term carries a casual or informal connotation, often associated with being idle or lazy.
Synonyms
dawdle, fiddle, linger, waste time
Examples of usage
- Stop futzing around and start working on your project.
- He spent the whole afternoon futzing with his new gadgets.
- I don't want to futz about when there's serious work to be done.
Translations
Translations of the word "futz" in other languages:
🇵🇹 futzar
🇮🇳 बकवास करना
🇩🇪 futzeln
🇮🇩 bermain-main
🇺🇦 бовтати
🇵🇱 głupoty
🇯🇵 無駄にする
🇫🇷 foutre
🇪🇸 tonterías
🇹🇷 saçmalamak
🇰🇷 허튼소리하다
🇸🇦 يُهدر الوقت
🇨🇿 hloupost
🇸🇰 hlúposti
🇨🇳 胡闹
🇸🇮 neumnosti
🇮🇸 fárán
🇰🇿 бос әңгіме
🇬🇪 სათქმელი
🇦🇿 boş şeylər
🇲🇽 tonterías
Etymology
The word 'futz' originated in American slang, with roots tracing back to the late 19th century. Its etymology is somewhat unclear, but it is believed to be a variation of the word 'futzing,' which itself may have derived from Yiddish or German influences. The term likely gained popularity within informal social contexts, where it described aimless or frivolous behavior. Over the years, 'futz' has persisted in colloquial use, particularly in reference to actions that lack purpose or direction. While some may consider it a lighthearted expression, others may interpret it as a slight criticism of inefficiency or laziness. Its informal nature and variation in meaning showcase the dynamic nature of language and how words evolve in specific cultural contexts.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,121, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.