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Translation

Съешь дерьмо

Language Information

  • Speakers:258 million (154 million native)
  • Region:Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and many former Soviet states
  • Family:Indo-European > Slavic > East Slavic
  • Writing:Cyrillic alphabet
Cultural Context
How this phrase is used in Russian culture

Russian profanity (mat) is considered very strong and traditionally avoided in formal settings. The phrase 'Жри дерьмо' is quite offensive and would typically only be used in situations of extreme anger.

When to Use

As with most languages, this phrase is considered impolite and should be used with caution. Appropriate contexts might include:

  • When someone cuts in line at the Russian grocery store
  • When a Russian driver takes your parking spot
  • When your Russian friend eats the last piece of pizza
Pronunciation Guide
How to correctly say "Съешь дерьмо"

Съешь дерьмо

To pronounce this phrase correctly in Russian, follow these guidelines:

  • Detailed pronunciation guide for this language coming soon.
Interesting Facts
Things you might not know about Russian
  • 1Russian has no articles and no word for 'the' or 'a'.
  • 2There are only three tenses in Russian: past, present, and future.
  • 3Russian uses the Cyrillic alphabet, which has 33 letters.
  • 4The Russian word for 'railway station' (вокзал) comes from 'Vauxhall', a district in London where the Russian Tsar saw the first railway station.
  • 5Russian is one of the six official languages of the United Nations.
Related Languages
Languages in the same family
Where It's Spoken
Regions where Russian is common
Map of Russian-speaking regions

Russian is primarily spoken in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and many former Soviet states.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this phrase offensive in Russian?

Yes, this phrase is considered offensive in Russian, as it is in most languages. It should be used with caution and awareness of the social context.

Are there regional variations of this phrase in Russian?

Yes, like many expressions, this phrase may have regional variations across different Russian-speaking areas. The translation provided is the most widely recognized version.

How accurate is this translation?

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Disclaimer

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