Blödmann
What does “Blödmann” mean in English?
It's an insult for someone considered foolish or stupid. Literally, it translates to 'stupid man.'
Literally “stupid man”
You'd use it similarly to calling someone a 'dumbass' or 'idiot' in English, typically aimed directly at someone in a mildly insulting tone.
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Related German words
Idiot
2/5 · CoarseIt's a direct insult for someone perceived as foolish or stupid.
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3/5 · VulgarIt's an insult for someone perceived as foolish or stupid. Literally, it translates to 'stupid sow.'
Bauerntrampel
2/5 · CoarseIt's an insult for someone seen as uncouth or clumsy, often implying they lack sophistication. Literally, it translates to 'farmer's clumsy person.'
Depp
2/5 · CoarseIt's an insult for someone considered an idiot or fool. The literal translation is 'fool.'
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“Sounds like” is an English-friendly approximation of how the word sounds, not an authoritative pronunciation. Where shown, the romanisation is a conventional Latin-script transliteration of the original spelling.
Term attested via 4troDev/profanity.csv (MIT). Editorial content © Swear Atlas.