Prolet
What does “Prolet” mean in English?
It'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.
Literally “proletarian”
Used as a direct insult, similar to calling someone a 'pleb' or 'chav' in English. It carries a class-coded connotation, so the impact can vary depending on the speaker's tone and the situation.
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Related German words
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.'
Arschgesicht
3/5 · VulgarIt's a vulgar insult aimed at someone, essentially calling them an 'arse face.'
Kackfresse
3/5 · VulgarThis is a personal insult that translates to 'shit face,' used to demean someone, often focusing on their appearance or simply expressing contempt.
Sackgesicht
3/5 · VulgarIt's a vulgar insult aimed at someone, suggesting they have a face that resembles a scrotum. It's not meant to be taken literally but rather to demean the person.
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