vai-te foder
What does “vai-te foder” mean in English?
It means 'go fuck yourself' and is a strong way to dismiss someone. It's a direct insult that conveys significant disdain.
Literally “go fuck yourself”
Primarily used in Portugal, it's aimed directly at someone and carries a tone of anger or contempt, similar to telling someone to 'fuck off' in English.
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vai tomar no cu
5/5 · ExtremeThis is a strong way to dismiss someone, telling them to go fuck themselves. It has a sexually degrading tone, implying a harsh insult.
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4/5 · StrongIt’s a strong insult similar to calling someone a bastard. Literally, it means 'male goat,' but that’s not how it’s used in conversation.
foda-se
4/5 · StrongIt's a strong dismissal or exclamation, similar to saying 'fuck it.'
cuzão
4/5 · StrongIt's a vulgar insult for someone who is an asshole or a nasty person. Literally, it translates to 'large anus.'
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