engueuler
What does “engueuler” mean in English?
It means to tell someone off angrily or to bawl them out. It's more about scolding than using obscenities.
You might encounter it in situations where someone is getting a stern talking-to, similar to telling someone to 'shut the fuck up' in English, but it's not as harsh or offensive.
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Related French words
botter le cul
3/5 · VulgarIt means to give someone a strong rebuke or to defeat them decisively. Literally, it translates to 'kick the arse.'
se foutre de la gueule de
3/5 · VulgarIt means to mock someone or treat them like a fool. It's a dismissive way of saying you don't take someone seriously.
couillonner
2/5 · CoarseTo trick or make a fool of someone. It's an informal way to describe someone being duped.
gueule
2/5 · CoarseIt's a rough term for someone's mouth or face, often used in a derogatory way. Literally, it means 'animal's mouth.'
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