Where Does the Word Knackered Come from?

Knackered is derived from the past participle of knacker, a slang term meaning "to kill," but also "to tire, exhaust, or wear out." The origins of the verb knacker are uncertain, but the word is perhaps related to an older noun knacker, which originally was used to indicate a harness-maker or saddlemaker, and later for ...

Why is saying knackered rude?

"Knackered" meaning tired, exhausted or broken in British and Irish slang is commonly used in Australia, Ireland, Newfoundland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. ... The word has also been used as a derogatory term against members of the Travelling Community in both Britain & Ireland.

Is knackered a British word?

adjective British Slang. exhausted; very tired: He is really knackered after work.