pissed
What does “pissed” mean in English?
It means either being drunk or being angry, depending on where you are. In British English, it typically refers to being drunk, while in American English, it leans more toward being angry.
You might hear it in phrases like 'I'm pissed' to mean drunk in the UK or 'He's really pissed off' to mean angry in the US. It's informal and can come off as a bit rough, but it's pretty common in casual conversation.
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Related English words
piss
2/5 · CoarseIt refers to urine, but it's commonly used as a verb for urination. It can also show annoyance or frustration in various expressions.
piss off
3/5 · VulgarIt’s a rude way to tell someone to go away or to express annoyance. It can also mean to irritate someone.
pisshead
3/5 · VulgarIt's an insult for someone who drinks heavily and often. Essentially, it labels them as a drunkard.
bloody
2/5 · CoarseIt's a mild swear-word intensifier often used to emphasize frustration or annoyance. Literally, it means 'covered in blood,' but that's not how it's used here.
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