курвий син (kurvyy syn)
What does курвий син (kurvyy syn) mean? курвий син (kurvyy syn) is a Ukrainian strong that translates to “son of a bitch” in English.
Literal Translation
whore's son
Meaning & Usage
"son of a bitch"
Son of a whore.
Examples in the Wild
Ти, курвий сину! (Ty, kurvyy synu! - You son of a bitch!)
When to Use It
Context
- Informal settings where profanity is accepted
- Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
- Direct confrontation (use with caution)
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Around elders or authority figures
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
Translated equivalent, heavily tied to western Ukrainian linguistic styling rather than the Russian 'sukin syn'.
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“dickhead / the worst part”
The exposed head of a penis or the foreskin.
нахуй (nakhuy)
“fuck off / to hell with it”
Telling someone to go sit on a dick, or declaring an object/idea to be discarded.
підарас (pidaras)
“faggot / bastard”
A homosexual man.
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“Russian invader / scum”
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“bitch”
A female dog.
курва (kurva)
“whore / bitch”
A prostitute.
пiзда (pizda)
“cunt”
Female genitalia.