démerder
What does “démerder” mean in English?
It means to sort something out or manage a situation, often used reflexively. Literally, it translates to 'get out of shit.'
Literally “get out of shit”
You might hear it in the context of someone figuring things out on their own, similar to saying 'manage your shit' in English. It's informal and can carry a bit of a rough edge, especially in casual conversation.
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merde
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