씨부랄 (ssibural)

ɕ͈ibuɾa̠ɭexclamation, sexual

What does 씨부랄 (ssibural) mean? 씨부랄 (ssibural) is a Korean severe that translates to “fucking hell / goddammit” in English.

prostitute's testicles (regional variation)

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"fucking hell / goddammit"

A rough, older variation of 'ssibal'. Sometimes analyzed as referencing testicles (bural).

아 씨부랄 좆같네. (Ah ssibural jotganne. - Ah fucking goddammit.)

Context

  • Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
  • Only among very close friends who share this register
  • As a spontaneous exclamation

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

Sounds older and more rustic, often associated with countryside gangsters in movies. Expresses deep, visceral frustration.

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