debiel

dəˈbiːlinsult

What does debiel mean? debiel is a Dutch moderate that translates to “retard / imbecile” in English.

moron / retarded

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"retard / imbecile"

Historically a medical term for mentally deficient, now a standard insult for supreme stupidity.

Ben je helemaal debiel? (Are you completely retarded?)

Context

  • Casual conversations with friends
  • Informal settings where profanity is accepted
  • Direct confrontation (use with caution)

Avoid

  • Professional or formal settings
  • Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations

Cultural Context

Commonly used. Less severe than its English counterpart 'retard', but operates on the same premise.

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