pippa
What does “pippa” mean in English?
It refers to masturbation, but can also describe someone as useless or unskilled in casual conversation. The context is key to its interpretation.
Literally “masturbation”
It's similar to calling someone a 'dick' in English, often used informally or as an insult. The sexual meaning is present but less common in everyday usage.
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Related Italian words
pippone
2/5 · CoarseIt refers to a long, tedious speech or an excessive amount of mental fuss. The term can imply that the speaker is rambling or overcomplicating things.
cazzimma
3/5 · VulgarThis term refers to a kind of malicious cleverness or ruthless cunning, often with a sense of admiration for the skill involved. It's a Neapolitan slang that captures a certain shrewdness in getting what one wants, even at the expense of others.
guardone
3/5 · VulgarIt refers to someone who is a voyeur or a peeping Tom, implying they watch others inappropriately. Literally, it means 'person who watches.'
rompicoglioni
3/5 · VulgarIt refers to someone who is a persistent nuisance or a pain in the arse. Literally, it translates to 'testicle breaker', which gives a sense of annoyance.
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