bzdury
What does “bzdury” mean in English?
It means nonsense, often used to dismiss someone's claims as rubbish. It's a mild term without any harsh connotation.
Literally “nonsense”
You might use it similarly to calling something 'bullshit' in English, but it's much softer and more about dismissing an idea than insulting a person directly.
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