son of a bitch

//ˌsʌn əv ə ˈbɪtʃ//insult, exclamation

What does son of a bitch mean? son of a bitch is a English strong that translates to “son of a bitch” in English.

son of a female dog

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"son of a bitch"

One of the oldest compound insults in English, dating back to at least the 14th century. It can express genuine fury at a person or serve as an exclamation of surprise — 'son of a bitch, it actually worked!' The target doesn't have to be male; it's applied to situations, objects, and bad luck just as often as people.

Said when something goes surprisingly wrong, or when someone betrays your trust. Also used with grudging admiration: 'That son of a bitch actually pulled it off.'