fanny
word
Definition
In American English, 'fanny' is a friendly, informal term for the buttocks. In British English, it is a slang word for the female genitals and is considered mildly rude.
Usage & Nuances
In the US, 'fanny' is almost always harmless or childish ('fanny pack'). In the UK, 'fanny' is mildly vulgar and shouldn't be used in polite company. Be extra careful: what is funny or innocent in the US sounds rude in the UK and other English-speaking regions. 'Fanny pack' in the UK is called a 'bum bag'.
Example Sentences
The child slipped and sat down on his fanny.
basic
Sit on your fanny and relax for a while.
natural
Don’t just sit there on your fanny—help us clean up!
natural
My grandma still calls it a fanny instead of 'butt'.
natural
I fell and landed on my fanny.
basic
She wore a funny fanny pack.
basic