bosta
What does bosta mean? bosta is a Portuguese moderate that translates to “crap / shit” in English.
Literal Translation
turd / crap
Meaning & Usage
"crap / shit"
Turd, especially animal excrement; less severe than 'merda.'
Examples in the Wild
Que bosta de filme! (What a crappy movie!)
When to Use It
Context
- Casual conversations with friends
- Informal settings where profanity is accepted
- As a spontaneous exclamation
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
Originally cow dung. 'Bosta' is milder than 'merda' and acceptable in more contexts. 'Seu bosta' = you piece of crap (insulting competence).
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