casse-toi
What does “casse-toi” mean in English?
It means 'get lost' and is a rude way to tell someone to go away.
Literally “break yourself”
It's a direct insult, more aggressive than simply asking someone to leave, similar to telling someone to 'fuck off' in English.
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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.
va te faire voir
3/5 · VulgarThis is a rude way to tell someone to get lost or to dismiss them. Literally, it translates to 'go get seen.'
casser les couilles
3/5 · VulgarIt means to annoy or bother someone intensely. The literal translation refers to breaking testicles, but it's typically used figuratively.
va chier
3/5 · VulgarIt's a rude way to dismiss someone or something, telling them to 'go shit.'
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