twat
What does “twat” mean in English?
It's a vulgar insult used to call someone a fool or an obnoxious person. Literally, it refers to female genitalia, but that's rarely the focus in casual use.
Literally “vulva”
In the UK, it's stronger and more offensive than in the US, where it can be used more lightly. It's typically aimed directly at someone, much like calling someone a 'dick'.
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Related English words
twat waffle
3/5 · VulgarIt's a comic insult aimed at someone perceived as an obnoxious fool. The term combines a derogatory term for a woman with a playful twist.
dick
3/5 · VulgarIt's a slang term for penis but is often used to insult someone who is being obnoxious or annoying.
cock
3/5 · VulgarThis is a slang term for penis and can also be used as an insult. In some contexts, it refers to a male bird, but that's not the common use here.
eat my ass
4/5 · StrongThis is a crude way to reject someone or challenge them, often used to dismiss their opinion or request. It can also imply a sexual connotation, suggesting a more explicit context.
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“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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