fazer merda
What does fazer merda mean? fazer merda is a Portuguese strong that translates to “to screw up / to fuck up” in English.
Literal Translation
to make shit
Meaning & Usage
"to screw up / to fuck up"
To make a mistake; to do something stupid.
Examples in the Wild
Fiz merda no trabalho (I screwed up at work)
When to Use It
Context
- Informal settings where profanity is accepted
- Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Around elders or authority figures
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
Extremely common. 'Fiz merda!' = I fucked up! 'Fazendo merda' = screwing up. Refers to actions, not literally creating excrement.
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