nuf

A child says "nuf" when they've had enough of the game.

Definition

1. Interjection:
   • Enough: "Nuf" is a colloquial or slang contraction of the word "enough," used to indicate that something is sufficient or to stop further discussion or action. It is often used in informal speech or writing, especially in phrases like "nuf said."

Usage Examples

• Interjection:
  • "Nuf said — I don't want to hear another word about it." (The speaker asserts that the topic is closed or that enough has been communicated.)
  • "You've had your turn; nuf is nuf." (A variant of "enough is enough," indicating that a limit has been reached.)

Advanced Usage

• "Nuf said": A fixed phrase meaning "that is enough said" or "the point is clear," often used to end an argument or emphasize a conclusion.

  • "He lied to us. Nuf said — we can't trust him." (The speaker implies that the single fact justifies the conclusion without further explanation.)

• "Nuff" (variant spelling): Used interchangeably with "nuf" in informal contexts, particularly in African American Vernacular English (AAVE) or casual online communication.

  • "I've had nuff of this noise." (I have had enough of this noise.)

Variants and Related Words

• Enough (adj/adv/n): The standard form from which "nuf" is derived.

  • We have enough food for everyone. (Sufficient quantity.)

• Nuff (variant spelling): An alternative spelling of "nuf," equally informal.

  • Nuff respect to the team for their hard work. (Enough respect; a common slang expression of acknowledgment.)

Synonyms

• Enough: sufficient, adequate.
• Plenty: more than enough.
• Stop: used as an interjection to end an action or discussion.

Related Idioms

• "Enough is enough": An idiom meaning that a situation has become intolerable and must stop.

  • "I've warned you three times. Enough is enough!" (The speaker insists that no more tolerance will be shown.)

• "Nuf said": As noted above, this is the primary idiomatic use of "nuf," functioning as a shorthand for the longer expression.