Bauerntrampel
What does “Bauerntrampel” mean in English?
It's an insult for someone seen as uncouth or clumsy, often implying they lack sophistication. Literally, it translates to 'farmer's clumsy person.'
Literally “farmer's clumsy person”
This is a direct insult, similar to calling someone a 'clumsy oaf' in English. It's mildly offensive and carries a class-based connotation, poking fun at rural stereotypes.
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Prolet
2/5 · CoarseIt's an insult for someone seen as vulgar or uncultured, often implying a lack of refinement. Literally, it refers to a proletarian, but in this context, it's more about social class than politics.
Blödmann
2/5 · CoarseIt's an insult for someone considered foolish or stupid. Literally, it translates to 'stupid man.'
Depp
2/5 · CoarseIt's an insult for someone considered an idiot or fool. The literal translation is 'fool.'
Ferkel
2/5 · CoarseIt's an insult for someone who is dirty or has a dirty mind. While it literally means 'piglet', the connotation is more about being unclean or sleazy.
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