jódete

Spanish

4/5 · Strong

What does “jódete” mean in English?

It's a hostile retort similar to saying 'screw you' or 'tough luck.'

Literally “fuck yourself”

Sounds like “HOH-deh-teh”
Used as Coarse / informal
How it's used

You'd use it as an insult aimed at someone, often in a confrontational tone. It carries more weight than just a casual dismissal, making it a stronger expression of disdain.

How strong is it? 4/5 · Strong

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