What does “едрить колотить” mean in English?
This is a humorous way to express surprise or frustration, akin to saying 'holy shit' in English. It's a softer version of stronger Russian swearing.
You'll hear it as an exclamation in casual conversation, similar to how you might use 'damn' or 'crap' in English. It's less intense than full-on Russian profanity.
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Related Russian words
ебать-копать
4/5 · Strongyebat-kopat
This is a strong, somewhat humorous expression used to convey surprise or irritation.
ни фига
2/5 · Coarseni figa
It means 'nothing at all' or can express surprise. The full phrase gives it more context in conversation.
чёрт
2/5 · Coarsechyort
It expresses mild frustration, similar to saying 'damn' or 'hell.' The word literally means 'devil' in Russian, which adds a bit of flair to its usage.
на фиг
2/5 · Coarsena fig
It's a milder way to express dismissal or frustration, similar to saying 'to hell with it.'
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