What does “王八蛋” mean in English?
It's a strong insult that roughly translates to 'bastard.' The literal meaning is 'turtle egg,' but that's not what it conveys in context.
Literally “turtle egg”
You'd use it as a direct insult aimed at someone, similar to calling someone a 'dickhead' in English. It's fairly common in Mandarin-speaking regions.
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Related Chinese words
混蛋
3/5 · Vulgarhún dàn
It's an insult used to call someone a bastard or jerk. It's a direct way to express disdain for someone's actions or character.
狗东西
3/5 · Vulgargǒu dōngxi
This is a strong personal insult that dehumanizes the target, essentially calling someone a 'dog thing.'
下三烂
3/5 · Vulgarxià sānlàn
This is an insult aimed at someone or something considered low and contemptible. It's used to express disdain or contempt.
废物
3/5 · Vulgarfèiwù
It’s an insult that calls someone useless or worthless. The literal translation refers to waste material, but in this context, it’s about a person's value.
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