opzouten
What does “opzouten” mean in English?
It means to tell someone to get lost or to go away. The literal translation, 'salt away,' is figurative and doesn't directly relate to the meaning.
Literally “salt away”
It's used as a direct insult, similar to telling someone to 'fuck off' in English. The tone is dismissive, making it a mild but still pointed way to push someone away.
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Related Dutch words
opsodemieteren
3/5 · VulgarIt means to tell someone to clear off or get lost. It's a direct and rude way to dismiss someone.
hufter
3/5 · VulgarIt's an insult for someone who is rude or obnoxious. It doesn't have a sexual connotation but implies a general lack of decency.
boerenpummel
2/5 · CoarseIt's an insult for someone who's considered uncouth or unsophisticated. Literally, it translates to 'peasant oaf.'
eikel
2/5 · CoarseIt's an insult for someone considered a jerk or idiot. The literal translation refers to an acorn, which is neutral.
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