Забить на всё
Zabit na vsyo
Word-for-word
"To hammer on everything"
English equivalent
"To not give a damn / To write off"
What does it mean?
To completely stop caring or worrying about something; to give up.
Example in use
Russian
Я решил забить на всё и просто пойти спать.
Translation
I decided to stop giving a damn and just go to sleep.
When to use
Use this in casual, often slightly rebellious or stressed contexts. It is a colloquial way of saying "I am done with this" or "I am letting this go".
Origin & cultural note
The word "zabit" literally means "to hammer (a nail)". Metaphorically, it implies hammering a nail into something to secure it or close it off. It is very informal and borders on slang, common among younger generations.
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