culo
What does culo mean? culo is a Spanish moderate that translates to “ass / butt” in English.
Literal Translation
ass / buttocks (from Latin culus)
Meaning & Usage
"ass / butt"
Buttocks or anus. Used literally or in expressions indicating distance, annoyance, or effort.
Examples in the Wild
Me parto el culo de la risa. (I'm laughing my ass off.)
When to Use It
Context
- Casual conversations with friends
- Informal settings where profanity is accepted
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
In Spain, mild and commonly used even in semi-formal contexts ('me duele el culo' = my ass hurts). In Chile and Peru, considered more offensive; 'poto' is preferred. 'Culo' appears in expressions like 'en el culo del mundo' (in the ass of the world = far away), 'cara de culo' (ass-face = unpleasant expression), 'partirse el culo' (laughing hard or working hard). 'Culero' in Mexico means asshole (unpleasant person).
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