botter le cul
What does “botter le cul” mean in English?
It means to give someone a strong rebuke or to defeat them decisively. Literally, it translates to 'kick the arse.'
Literally “kick the arse”
You might hear it in contexts where someone is being told off or beaten in a competition, similar to saying 'kick someone's ass' in English. It can be used both figuratively and literally, depending on the situation.
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