καριόλης (kah-ree-oh-lees)
What does καριόλης (kah-ree-oh-lees) mean? καριόλης (kah-ree-oh-lees) is a Greek severe that translates to “motherfucker / asshole” in English.
Literal Translation
bed frame (historic) / motherfucker
Meaning & Usage
"motherfucker / asshole"
Historically derived from 'kariola' (a bed used by prostitutes). Now means a complete bastard.
Examples in the Wild
Είναι μεγάλος καριόλης. (Einai megalos kariolis. - He's a massive motherfucker.)
When to Use It
Context
- Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
- Only among very close friends who share this register
- Direct confrontation (use with caution)
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Around elders or authority figures
- Public spaces — will cause genuine offense
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
A very heavy insult regarding someone's character.
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“go to hell”
Commanding someone to go to the devil/hell.
πουτανόσπερμα (poo-tah-no-sper-mah)
“piece of shit / son of a whore”
The literal semen of a prostitute. Used as a label for a despicable person.
γαμώτο (gah-mo-to)
“dammit / oh shit”
An exclamation of frustration derived from gamo.
μουνί (moo-nee)
“cunt / pussy”
Female genitalia.
αρχίδια (ar-khee-dee-ah)
“bullshit / balls”
The physical testes.
γαμώ (gah-mo)
“fuck”
The verb to engage in sexual intercourse.
πούστης (poos-tees)
“faggot / bastard”
A derogatory slur for a homosexual man.