scopare
What does scopare mean? scopare is a Italian strong that translates to “to fuck, to screw” in English.
Literal Translation
to sweep (with a broom) / to fuck
Meaning & Usage
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"to fuck, to screw"
The most common Italian verb for sexual intercourse — and also the completely innocent word for 'to sweep the floor.' Context is everything: 'devo scopare il pavimento' (I need to sweep the floor) and 'hanno scopato' (they fucked) use exactly the same word. This dual meaning is a source of endless Italian humor.
Examples in the Wild
'Hanno scopato?' — did they have sex? 'Chi scopa stasera?' — who's getting laid tonight? Also: 'Devo scopare casa' — I need to sweep the house (genuinely innocent).