putear
What does putear mean? putear is a Spanish strong that translates to “to cuss someone out / to screw around” in English.
Literal Translation
to whore around / to act like a whore
Meaning & Usage
"to cuss someone out / to screw around"
To violently insult someone using curse words, or in some contexts, to engage in casual, promiscuous sex.
Examples in the Wild
Recounting an argument with customer service: 'Me enojé y lo re puteé.' (I got mad and cussed him the fuck out.)
Regional Variations
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
- Mixed company or unfamiliar social groups
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
In Argentina, Chile, and much of South America, 'putear' has essentially lost its sexual meaning and strictly means 'to curse someone out' or 'yell at them'. If the coach 'porteó' the players, he gave them an expletive-filled reprimand. In Spain, however, to 'putear' someone means to screw them over or exploit them ('el jefe me está puteando'). The nuance depends entirely on geography.
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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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