σκρόφα (skroh-fah)

ˈskro.fainsult, sexual

What does σκρόφα (skroh-fah) mean? σκρόφα (skroh-fah) is a Greek severe that translates to “bitch / sow” in English.

sow / female pig

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"bitch / sow"

An older, brutal insult for a horrible, manipulative woman.

Σκάσε μωρή σκρόφα. (Shut up, you sow.)

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
  • Mixed company or unfamiliar social groups
  • Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations

Cultural Context

Much uglier sounding than 'bitch'.

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