malparido
What does malparido mean? malparido is a Spanish severe that translates to “bastard / son of a bitch / scumbag” in English.
Literal Translation
badly born / miscarried
Meaning & Usage
"bastard / son of a bitch / scumbag"
Person who is despicable or was 'born wrong'. Implies illegitimacy or malformed birth.
Examples in the Wild
¡Malparido! Me robaste la cartera. (You bastard! You stole my wallet.)
When to Use It
Context
- Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
- Only among very close friends who share this register
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Around elders or authority figures
- Public spaces — will cause genuine offense
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
Strong insult in Colombia, Venezuela, and Central America. Suggests the person should not have been born or was born defective. 'Malparida' (feminine) is equally common. Extremely offensive as it attacks the person's very existence and mother's honor. Related to 'mal nacido' (badly born). Can provoke violent reactions.
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