mange de la marde
What does “mange de la marde” mean in English?
This is a hostile dismissal, essentially telling someone to 'eat shit.' It's not meant to be taken literally but as a strong insult.
Literally “eat shit”
You'd use this as a directed insult, similar to telling someone to 'fuck off' in English. It's quite strong, particularly in Québec, and conveys significant disdain.
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Related French words
va te faire foutre
4/5 · StrongIt's a strong way to tell someone to fuck off. The literal translation is 'go get fucked,' which captures the aggressive tone.
va chier
3/5 · VulgarIt's a rude way to dismiss someone or something, telling them to 'go shit.'
bordel de merde
4/5 · StrongThis is a strong expression of frustration or disbelief, akin to saying 'what the hell' or 'for fuck's sake'. While it literally translates to 'brothel of shit', it's not used in a literal sense.
trou de balle
3/5 · VulgarIt's a coarse term for the anus and can also be used as an insult. The literal translation refers to a bullet hole, which adds a bit of edge to the phrase.
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