дура (dura)
What does дура (dura) mean? дура (dura) is a Russian mild that translates to “idiot / stupid woman” in English.
Literal Translation
fool (feminine)
Meaning & Usage
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"idiot / stupid woman"
The feminine form of 'дурак.' Russian grammatical gender means insults come in pairs, and 'дура' is how you call a woman foolish. It's mild — parents say it to daughters, friends say it to each other, and it appears freely in children's literature. 'Ну ты дура' (well you're a fool) can even be affectionate.
Examples in the Wild
A friend to a friend who just texted her ex: 'Ты что, дура?!' (Are you stupid?!). Tone determines everything.