Language learning isn’t just about picking up the everyday vocabulary that helps you ask for directions or order a meal; it’s also about getting a sense for the more colorful aspects of the language. For adults learning Lithuanian, understanding some of the common curse words can offer insights into the culture and how people express frustration or anger. While it’s generally recommended to refrain from using such language, here is a guide to some Lithuanian curse words for informational purposes.

Šūdas
This one translates to “shit” and is used quite universally in the same contexts as in English, for expressing disappointment or that something is of poor quality.
Mano naujas kompiuteris sugedo, tikras šūdas!

Bliamba
Similar to the English “damn” or “blast,” this word is a mild curse often used to express annoyance or irritation.
Bliamba! Aš pamiršau savo piniginę namuose.

Velniop
This comes from the word “velnias,” which means “devil,” and it is used to tell someone or something to “go to hell”.
Eik velniop su tokiais pasiūlymais!

Kvailys
Calling someone “kvailys” translates to calling them a “fool” or an “idiot.” While it’s not exceedingly harsh, it’s certainly not a term one would use in polite conversation.
Jis visada vėluoja, toks kvailys!

Bybi
This is the equivalent of “bitch” and is directed in a derogatory manner towards people. It is highly offensive and should be used with caution.
Nepradėk čia bybi burge!

Prašmatnus
Although not exactly a curse word, calling something “prašmatnus” usually means it’s “fancy” or “over the top” in a negative and/or snobbish way.
Ar matai tuos prabangius batus? Toks prašmatnus!

Skūras
This one is a crude expression meaning “bastard” or “scumbag.” It’s a strong term of abuse aimed at a person.
Aš niekada nepasitikiu tokiu skūru.

Profanity often carries a significant emotional charge and may not translate well across cultural boundaries. For non-native speakers, it’s important to be aware that the use of these words can be quite harsh and cause offense. Such words should be understood for the purpose of comprehension, not necessarily for use in everyday conversation. In addition of using Talkpal AI, there are a few ways to learning Lithuanian as well.

If you’re committed to learning Lithuanian, gaining familiarity with these expressions can help in understanding movies, music, and literature where they may come up, but it’s likely wiser to stick with more polite language when speaking with others.