git
word
/ˈɡɪt/
/ɡˈɪt/
Definition
A British slang term for a foolish or annoying person, generally used as a mild insult.
Usage & Nuances
'Git' is informal and mostly used in British English; it is less harsh than words like 'idiot' or 'jerk.' Not appropriate in formal settings. Often used when annoyed, especially with friends or family.
Spanish: idiota - imbécil (insulto)Portuguese (BR): idiota - imbecil (insulto)Portuguese (PT): idiota - estúpido (insulto)Chinese (Simplified): 蠢货 - 傻瓜Chinese (Traditional): 蠢貨 - 傻瓜Hindi: मूर्ख (अपमानजनक)Arabic: أحمق (إهانة)Bengali: বোকা - বিরক্তিকর লোকRussian: дурак - занудаJapanese: バカ - いやなやつVietnamese: kẻ ngốc - đồ phiền phứcKorean: 멍청이 - 짜증나는 사람Turkish: aptal - salakUrdu: بیوقوف - فضولIndonesian: bodoh - menyebalkan
Example Sentences
Don't be such a git!
basic
He can be a real git sometimes.
basic
Only a git would forget the tickets!
basic
Stop being a git and help me out here.
natural
I can't believe that git said that to you.
natural
Ignore him, he's just being a git as usual.
natural