conchatumare / CTM
What does conchatumare / CTM mean? conchatumare / CTM is a Spanish nuclear that translates to “motherfucker / holy fuck” in English.
Literal Translation
your mother's cunt
Meaning & Usage
"motherfucker / holy fuck"
The ultimate expression of pain, anger, or amazement in Chile and Peru.
Examples in the Wild
Yelled when an earthquake suddenly hits Santiago.
Regional Variations
When to Use It
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
- Almost any situation — this is as offensive as it gets
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
A hyper-compressed, rapid-fire version of 'la concha de tu madre'. In Chile, the letters CTM are seen graffitied on walls, typed in WhatsApp messages, and yelled in the streets. It is the linguistic equivalent of a psychic explosion. While it remains a severe insult when directed at a specific person, it frequently serves as a standalone exclamation. You hit your thumb with a hammer? '¡Conchatumare!'
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“whore / bitch / fucking (as intensifier)”
Prostitute or promiscuous woman; used as general expletive or intensifier. When combined with 'madre' becomes extremely severe.
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“fucking (intensifier) / male whore / faggot”
Male prostitute; homophobic slur; or intensifier similar to 'fucking'.
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“fucking / damn / stupid”
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