жопа (zhopa)

//ˈʐopə//anatomical

What does жопа (zhopa) mean? жопа (zhopa) is a Russian strong that translates to “ass / butt” in English.

Literal Translation

ass / buttocks / rear end

Meaning & Usage

"ass / butt"

Buttocks; anus; bad situation.

Examples in the Wild

Всё, жопа. Мы проиграли. (Vsyo, zhopa. My proigrali.) - That's it, we're fucked/it's over. We lost.

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Strong. Strong. Will turn heads in public. Normal among close friends.

Cultural Context

Not considered mat (obscenity), unlike the sexual organs. Culturally, the rear end holds little taboo in Russia - there is no real equivalent to 'asshole' as a person descriptor. 'Жопа' describes the body part or a bad situation ('попасть в жопу' = to end up in the ass = to be in deep shit). Can be used freely in many contexts. The diminutive 'жопка' is sometimes used affectionately or humorously. Reflects Russian cultural priorities: sexuality is obscene, excretion is merely biological.