Leck mich am Arsch
What does Leck mich am Arsch mean? Leck mich am Arsch is a German strong that translates to “kiss my ass / screw you” in English.
Literal Translation
lick me on the ass
Meaning & Usage
"kiss my ass / screw you"
Extremely rude expression of contempt, dismissal, or frustration. Tells someone to perform a degrading act.
Examples in the Wild
Leck mich am Arsch, das mache ich nicht! (Kiss my ass, I'm not doing that!)
When to Use It
Context
- Informal settings where profanity is accepted
- Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
- As a spontaneous exclamation
- Direct confrontation (use with caution)
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Around elders or authority figures
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
Made famous by Mozart, who used it frequently in letters and even composed a canon titled 'Leck mich im Arsch' (K. 231). This gives the phrase a peculiar cultural pedigree. Often shortened to 'Leck mich!' in casual speech.
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