bastardo
What does “bastardo” mean in English?
It's an insult used to describe someone who is nasty or cruel. The literal translation refers to someone born outside of marriage, which carries a historical stigma.
Literally “person born outside marriage”
Typically aimed directly at someone as an insult, it functions similarly to calling someone a 'bastard' in English. It has a moderate level of severity and can be used in both serious and playful contexts.
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