culicagado
What does culicagado mean? culicagado is a Spanish strong that translates to “brat / punk / little shit” in English.
Literal Translation
ass-shitted / shitty-ass
Meaning & Usage
"brat / punk / little shit"
Young person who is annoying, disrespectful, or immature; brat.
Examples in the Wild
Ese culicagado me faltó el respeto. (That little punk disrespected me.)
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
Colombian Spanish, particularly common in Bogotá and Medellín. Combines 'culo' (ass) and 'cagado' (shit). Refers to young people who act tough or disrespectful but are seen as immature. Can be used affectionately among friends ('mi culicagado') but generally implies the person is a punk or upstart. The term captures the specific Colombian attitude toward disrespectful youth.
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