puto
“puto” means “fucking” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
fucking
Also: bloody, freaking
📝 In Action
¡Eres el puto amo!
B2You are the fucking boss!
No encuentro las putas llaves por ninguna parte.
B1I can't find the freaking keys anywhere.
Hace un puto calor increíble.
C1It is so fucking hot.
faggot (slur)
Also: male prostitute, coward
📝 In Action
Le gritaron insultos desde el coche.
C1They yelled slurs at him from the car.
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Quick Quiz: puto
Question 1 of 3
If someone in Madrid says 'Es el puto amo,' what do they mean?
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📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the Latin word 'putus' (meaning boy), but later influenced by 'puta' (prostitute), which comes from the Latin 'putidus' meaning stinking or foul.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'puto' the same as 'fucking' in English?
In many contexts in Spain, yes, it functions as an intensifier. However, it can also be a much more offensive slur than 'fucking' depending on the country.
Why do I hear it so much in movies from Spain?
Spanish slang in Spain uses vulgarity frequently as a way to show closeness or intense emotion among friends.
Can women use this word?
Yes, women use it as an intensifier just as much as men do in slang-heavy environments.