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Joder
#1
Fuck / Shit / Dammit
A commonly said and extremely versatile term used to express intense emotion in certain situations. It can be used to express anger or frustration similar to how in English people will blurt out “fuck!”, “shit!”, or “dammit!” But it can also be used to express surprise or astonishment, similar to saying “wow” or “damn” in English. Literal Translation: Fuck
Que te follen
#2
Fuck off / Go fuck yourself
A vulgar phrase used as a strong insult or expression of anger towards someone, similar to telling someone to "fuck off" or "go fuck yourself" in English. Literal Translation: May them fuck you
Hijo / Hija de puta
#3
Motherfucker
A very common insult that is used in the same manner as “Motherfucker”. It can also be said on its own to express frustration and anger similar to saying “son of a bitch” in English. Literal Translation: Son/Daughter of a bitch
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De puta madre
#4
The bomb / The shit
Another phrase used to vulgarly express positivity about something. It usually gives off the idea the something is extremely good. Similar expressions in English might be “the bomb” or “the shit”. Literal Translation: Of bitch mother
Mucha mierda
#5
Good luck / break a leg
A vulgar yet colloquial expression in Spanish, particularly used in Spain to wish someone good luck Especially before a performance or an important event. A similar saying in English might be “break a leg”. Literal Translation: A lot of shit
Cabrón / Cabróna
#6
Bastard / Jerk
Often used to criticize someone's behavior or character, implying that they are acting in a way that is sly, cunning, or unpleasant. However it can be used jokingly among friends similar to calling your friend a “bastard” or “jerk”. Literal Translation: Male goat
Gilipollas
#7
Dumbass / Stupid dickhead
Used to insult someone’s intelligence or behavior. Implying that they are foolish, stupid, or acting in a silly or idiotic manner. Similar to calling someone a “dumbass” or “stupid dickhead” in English. Literal Translation: Douchebag
Idiota/Estúpido(a)/imbécil
#8
Idiot / Stupid / Imbecile
These three words are pretty interchangeable as they all refer to someone who is foolish, stupid, or acting in a silly or nonsensical way. Literal Translation: Idiot / Stupid / Imbecile
Capullo / Capulla
#9
Asshole / Jerk
Used to insult someone or express frustration or annoyance with them. Implying that they are being rude, annoying, or acting in a foolish or unpleasant manner. Similar to calling someone an “asshole” or a “jerk”. Literal Translation: Cocoon
Tonto / Tonta
#10
Dumby / Airhead
Used colloquially to refer to someone as foolish or stupid in a more joking or playful manner. Similar to saying “dumby” or “airhead” in English. Literal Translation: Fool
Me cago en la puta
#11
God fucking dammit
Typically used in situations of frustration, anger, or annoyance. For example some situations where it would be said would be. Stubbing your toe, making a mistake on something, losing something, or expressing annoyance to someone who is currently pissing you off. Similar to saying “god fucking dammit” in English. Literal Translation: I shit on the whore
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De locos
#1
Crazy good
Used in informal speech to describe something as “really good” or “crazy”. For example “La comida en este restaurante es de locos.” which roughly translates to “The food in the restaurant is crazy good”. Literal Translation: Of crazy
La madre que me parió
#2
God dammit
A colloquial phrase used to express frustration and annoyance in situations where you have messed something up. For example if you drop a glass and it shatters on the ground you can say “¡La madre que me parió!” Similar to say “god dammit”. Literal Translation: The mother that gave birth to me
Que mala leche
#3
Short fused / Hot-headed
Used to describe someone who gets annoyed or angry easily. It can refer to someone who is generally in a bad mood or has a short temper. Similar English terms could be “short fused” or “hot-headed”. Literal Translation: What bad milk
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Me la pela
#4
Bullshit / you crazy
Is an informal way to tell someone to stop talking foolishly as in “Don’t be talking nonsense” or "you crazy". Can also be used when you don’t believe the person you are talking to, similar to “Bullshit” or “my ass”. Literal Translation: Don't be saying blowjobs
Guay
#5
Cool / Great
Used colloquially to mean "cool" or "great." It's often used to express excitement or approval. For example: “Esta película es muy guay” which means “This movie is really cool”. Literal Translation: Cool
No pasa nada
#6
Don’t worry about it
A colloquial phrase used to reassure someone or to downplay a situation. A similar phrase in English based on its usage would be "no big deal,” "it's all good,” or “don’t worry about it.” Literal Translation: Nothing happens
Majo / Maja
#7
Cool / Nice person
A colloquial term used to describe someone who is kind, friendly, and pleasant. It can also imply someone who is stylish, attractive, or cool. Literal Translation: Nice person
Vale
#8
Okay / Aight
Used to confirm understanding, agreement, or to indicate that everything is in order. Similar to saying "okay," "fine," "good," or "ight." Literal Translation: Okay
Qué chungo
#9
So difficult
Used colloquially to express that something is really bad, unpleasant, difficult, or hard. For example: “El examen de matemáticas estuvo chungo” which can mean “The math exam was so difficult”. Literal Translation: How nasty
Me mola
#10
I’m diggin it / I fuck wit it
A commonly used term to colloquially say that you like something or someone. Similar to saying “I’m diggin it,” “I fuck wit it,” or even “I’m into her” in English. Literal Translation: It crushes me
Pasta
#11
Cash / Bucks
Although pasta literally refers to “noodles” or “dough” it is colloquially used to refer to Money. Similar to the use of the words “bread”, “cash”, or “bucks” in English. So by saying “No tengo pasta” you are essentially saying that you have no money. Literal Translation: Pasta