What does “हरामज़ादा” mean in English?
It's an insult that compares someone to a bastard or scoundrel, implying they're morally corrupt or despicable. The literal translation refers to being born out of wedlock, which adds a layer of personal attack.
Literally “illegitimately born”
You'd use it as a direct insult, similar to calling someone a 'bastard' in English. It's fairly strong, often aimed at someone to express contempt or anger.
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Related Hindi words
हरामी
3/5 · Vulgarharami
It's an insult aimed at someone, calling them a bastard or a scoundrel. The literal meaning refers to an illegitimate person, which carries a stigma.
कमीना
3/5 · Vulgarkamina
It’s an insult used to describe someone as a scoundrel or a nasty person. Literally, it translates to 'mean person.'
साला
3/5 · Vulgarsaala
It’s used as an insult or emphatic address, similar to calling someone a bastard. While it literally means 'wife's brother,' the context is where the rudeness comes in.
कुत्ता
3/5 · Vulgarkutta
It means 'dog' in a literal sense, but as an insult, it refers to a contemptible person. It's a way to demean someone, suggesting they are lowly or base.
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