dar uma cagada
What does “dar uma cagada” mean in English?
It means to take a shit, used in a coarse way. It can also imply making a mistake in some contexts.
Literally “take a shit”
It's similar to saying 'take a dump' in English and is generally informal. You might hear it in casual conversations, often used humorously or to downplay a situation.
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Related Portuguese words
cagalhão
3/5 · VulgarThis is a coarse term for a large piece of shit. It's typically used to describe something particularly nasty or undesirable.
peido
1/5 · MildThis refers to a fart, the sound or act of passing gas. It's often used in a light-hearted or humorous context.
bunda
2/5 · CoarseIt's an informal term for someone's backside. While it literally means 'buttocks,' it can carry a playful or light-hearted tone depending on the context.
caganeira
2/5 · CoarseIt's a coarse term for diarrhoea. People use it to refer to the condition in a casual or humorous way.
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