vete al diablo
/bete al djablo/from spelling rules
The English phrase "get bent" can be translated into Spanish as vete al diablo.
This is an informal and rude expression used to tell someone to go away or to express strong annoyance.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase vete al diablo literally translates to "go to the devil".
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The expression vete al diablo is informal and carries a rude or dismissive tone. For a stronger way to firmly dismiss someone in an informal setting, you can use vete al carajo, which means "Go to hell".
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the informal phrase Vete a freír monas (meaning "Go fry monkeys") is more commonly used.
Did you know?
- The word carajo in vete al carajo originally referred to the captain's cabin or a specific part of a ship's rigging.
- The word diablo originates from the Ancient Greek diábolos, which meant 'slanderer' or 'accuser'.
- In some cultures, saying vete al diablo can be used jokingly between very close friends to signal mock annoyance rather than genuine anger.
Examples in context
- ¡Vete al diablo con tus mentiras!Get bent with your lies!
- Si me vas a molestar, vete al diablo.If you are going to bother me, get bent.
- No quiero oírte más, vete al diablo.I don't want to hear you anymore, get bent.
Example conversation
Mateo is arguing with Elena in a crowded street.
- Mateo¡Deja de seguirme, Elena!Stop following me, Elena!
- ElenaSolo quería hablar contigo, Mateo.I only wanted to talk to you, Mateo.
- Mateo¡Vete al diablo y déjame en paz!Get bent and leave me alone!
- ElenaEstá bien, no te molesto más.Fine, I won't bother you anymore.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries diablo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
