casser les couilles
What does “casser les couilles” mean in English?
It means to annoy or bother someone intensely. The literal translation refers to breaking testicles, but it's typically used figuratively.
Literally “break the testicles”
Similar to saying someone is a pain in the ass, it's often used informally and can be directed at someone in a frustrated tone. It's not the harshest insult but carries a decent punch.
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Related French words
casse-couilles
3/5 · VulgarIt's used to describe someone or something that's really annoying or bothersome. The literal translation, 'testicle breaker,' adds a humorous twist but isn't meant to be taken literally.
casse-toi
3/5 · VulgarIt means 'get lost' and is a rude way to tell someone to go away.
péter les couilles
3/5 · VulgarIt means to annoy someone intensely. The literal translation refers to a rather graphic image of bursting testicles, but that's not how it's used.
emmerder
3/5 · VulgarIt means to annoy or bother someone, causing them trouble. While it can imply a more vulgar context, it doesn't always relate to excrement directly.
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