Snot Meaning in English
word
/ˈsnɔt/
snaht
/snˈɒt/
snot
Definition
Snot is the thick, sticky mucus that comes out of your nose, especially when you have a cold. It is an informal and sometimes childish word.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal, often used by kids or in joking contexts; in medical or polite conversation, use 'mucus.' Not typically used in formal writing. Also can be an insult ('little snot' = annoying person).
Spanish: mocoPortuguese (BR): catarro - melecaPortuguese (PT): ranho - macaco (informal, catarro)Chinese (Simplified): 鼻涕Chinese (Traditional): 鼻涕Hindi: नाक का बलगम - नाक का कफArabic: مخاط الأنفBengali: নাকের শ্লেষ্মাRussian: соплиJapanese: 鼻水Vietnamese: nước mũiKorean: 콧물Turkish: burun akıntısı - sümükUrdu: ناک کا بلغمIndonesian: ingus - lendir hidung
Example Sentences
My little brother had snot on his face.
basic
She wiped the snot off her nose with a tissue.
basic
When he sneezed, snot came out of his nose.
basic
Don't be such a little snot—stop teasing your sister!
natural
There's a huge blob of snot on your sleeve—go wash it!
natural
He was so sick, he had snot running down his nose all day.
natural