سگ مصب (Sag-e masab)
What does سگ مصب (Sag-e masab) mean? سگ مصب (Sag-e masab) is a Farsi (Persian) moderate that translates to “son of a gun, damn bastard (grudging admiration)” in English.
Literal Translation
damn dog / dog with a cause
Meaning & Usage
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"son of a gun, damn bastard (grudging admiration)"
A strange insult that often conveys grudging admiration rather than contempt. 'Sag-e masab' is what you call someone who's cleverly outsmarted you, pulled off something impressive, or done something you secretly admire. It's 'you magnificent bastard' in Persian — the dog insult softened by 'masab' into something almost complimentary.
Examples in the Wild
With grudging admiration: 'In sag-e masab che gol-i zad!' — this bastard scored an incredible goal! With genuine anger: context and tone make it a real insult.