napierdalać
What does “napierdalać” mean in English?
It means to hit or strike repeatedly, or to work extremely hard at something. It's quite a strong term in Polish.
You might use it similarly to 'to beat the shit out of' or 'to bust your ass' in English, depending on the context. It can describe physical violence or intense effort, but it isn't inherently threatening.
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Related Polish words
odpierdalać
4/5 · StrongThis is a very vulgar way to describe someone acting outrageously or doing something bizarre. It can also be used to tell someone to stop interfering in a hostile manner.
opierdolić
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pierdolić
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pierdolnąć
4/5 · StrongIt means to hit, fall, or do something suddenly, often with a sense of force or intensity. The exact meaning can change based on the context in which it's used.
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