abruti
What does “abruti” mean in English?
It's an insult for someone considered to be a complete fool. Literally, it refers to a 'stupefied person.'
Literally “stupefied person”
You'd use it like calling someone a 'dumbass' in English, typically directed at someone's actions rather than implying any mental condition.
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