How to Say “Eat My Pants” in Latin

By Rose Georgina • Updated October 6, 2026

edite meos bracas

The English phrase "eat my pants" is expressed in Latin as edite meos bracas.

This phrase is used to show strong disbelief or to challenge someone to a bet.

Did you know?

In ancient Rome, wearing bracas was often viewed as a sign of being a barbarian or a foreigner.
The verb edite is a homonym that can mean 'to eat' or 'to dispatch' something, such as a task or a message.
The word bracas refers to trousers and was originally a Gallic word borrowed into Latin because the Romans traditionally wore tunics rather than pants.

Example conversation

Julia and Gaius are arguing about a sports game.

Julia

Ego vincam hunc certamen!
I will win this contest!
Gaius

Non possis!
You cannot!
Julia

Edite meos bracas si non vincam!
Eat my pants if I don't win!
Gaius

Accipio hanc scommissum.
I accept this bet.

Sources

Word origins: Wiktionary entries edite, meos, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Rose Georgina

Salve! I'm Rose, and ever since I fell in love with the rich heritage and poetic beauty of Latin, I've been on a mission to share it with others. From comforting pleasantries to declarations of rebellion, there's an inexplicable allure in the Latin language I can't get enough of! I also dabble in photography and golf on the side, injecting a bit of modern leisure into my classically-inclined lifestyle. In the end, we only regret the 'linguae' we didn't learn, so join me!

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