kiffer
to love / to be into / to dig
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ki.fe/
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Cultural Note
Borrowed from Arabic 'kif' (pleasure/hashish), this verb entered French through North African communities and became THE slang word for loving something. It's stronger than 'aimer bien' but more casual than 'adorer.' You can kiffer a person, food, music, or a vibe. The phrase 'je kiffe ma vie' (I'm loving my life) is peak French millennial energy. Now used by literally everyone under 50.
📝 Example Sentences
Je kiffe trop cette chanson !
I love this song so much!
Tu kiffes le sushi ? Moi j'en mange tous les jours.
You're into sushi? I eat it every day.