Faff / Faffing Around (Verb)
What does it mean?
Quick summary: A very common UK word for wasting time or being indecisive and slow.
To faff means to waste time on unproductive or unimportant tasks, or to take a long time to do something simple.
REAL ENGLISH.
Is it positive or negative?
It is negative, expressing frustration at a lack of efficiency.
When do you use it?
Use it in everyday conversation when the situation matches the meaning.
Examples
Example 1: Stop faffing around with your phone and get in the car!
Question for you
Have you heard or used 'faff' in real conversation?
Try saying your answer aloud, using the expression.
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