engerd

Dutch

2/5 · Coarse

What does “engerd” mean in English?

It's an insult for someone who comes off as creepy or unpleasant. Literally, it translates to 'creepy person.'

Literally “creepy person”

Sounds like “ENG-ert”
Used as Directed insult
How it's used

You'd use it to directly insult someone who's making you uncomfortable, similar to calling someone a 'creep' in English. It's not a strong swear and isn't sexual in nature.

How strong is it? 2/5 · Coarse

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