бляха-муха

Russian

Alternative forms

Etymology

Euphemism of блядь (bljadʹ) using similar-sounding words. Literally, metal plate/badge-fly.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): [ˈblʲaxə ˈmuxə]
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Interjection

бля́ха-му́ха • (bljáxa-múxa)

  1. (euphemistic) Used to express surprise, annoyance or other strong emotion.
    Synonyms: блин (blin), чёрт возьми́ (čort vozʹmí), чёрт побери́ (čort poberí)