As a swearword, purée falls among the really harmless insults that you may use as you please. Even an old, posh French lady could probably hear you exclaim purée without frowning. Use purée like you use putain - which French people tend to do constantly (read more about putain here) - just without the fear of offending someone nearby. Purée, on a pas fait assez de purée - Oh sod it, we didn't make enough mashed potatoes. Don't forget that purée really refers to a delightful side dish that is mashed potatoes.

Source: The Local December 03, 2019 17:26 UTC