sod
What does “sod” mean in English?
It's a British insult or a familiar way to refer to someone, often used playfully or with mild annoyance. The term has historical sexual connotations but is generally more about the tone than the literal meaning today.
It's similar to calling someone a 'twat' or 'prick' in English, usually used in a light-hearted or mildly irritated context. The impact really hinges on how you say it.
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Related English words
sod off
3/5 · VulgarIt's a rude way to tell someone to go away or leave you alone.
tit
2/5 · CoarseThis is a British insult for someone considered foolish or silly. It can also refer to a breast in a more informal context.
ass kisser
2/5 · CoarseIt's an insult for someone who flatters others excessively to gain favor. The term suggests a lack of authenticity in the person's praise.
dumbass
2/5 · CoarseIt's an insult for someone acting foolishly or stupidly. Think of it as calling someone a dumb idiot.
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Swear Atlas is a source-attested, AI-curated reference — not a native-speaker-certified dictionary. Meanings and the 1–5 Burn Rating are approximate editorial assessments that vary with context, region, tone and speaker. Inclusion of a word does not constitute endorsement of its use.
“Sounds like” is an English-friendly approximation of how the word sounds, not an authoritative pronunciation. Where shown, the romanisation is a conventional Latin-script transliteration of the original spelling.
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