lercio
What does “lercio” mean in English?
It means dirty or disgusting, often used to describe something morally vile. It can also refer to physical dirt without being aimed at a person.
Literally “filthy”
You might hear it in a casual context, similar to calling something 'filthy' in English. It's not as strong as some other insults and is more about describing a situation or object.
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Related Italian words
lercione
2/5 · CoarseThis refers to a filthy or slovenly person, often used to insult someone's hygiene or appearance. It's an augmentative term that emphasizes the degree of dirtiness.
mariuolo
2/5 · CoarseIt's a Southern Italian term for a rogue or thief, often used informally. It carries a sense of mischief rather than just criminality.
rompiballe
2/5 · CoarseThis refers to someone who is a nuisance or really annoying. The literal translation is 'ball breaker,' which adds a bit of edge to it.
una schifezza
2/5 · CoarseIt refers to something awful, disgusting, or of very poor quality. Think of it as calling something a real piece of shit.
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