hola perra
/ola pera/from spelling rules
The phrase "hi bich" translates to Spanish as hola perra.
This is an informal and offensive greeting used to address someone using a derogatory term for a woman.
Did you know?
- The word perra as a term for money stems from old Spanish coins known as perra gorda and perra chica.
- The word perra is the feminine form of perro, meaning 'dog'. While it is a highly offensive slur when applied to a woman, its literal meaning is simply a female canine.
Examples in context
- Hola perra, ¿cómo estás?Hi bitch, how are you?
- Ella gritó: ¡Hola perra!She yelled, "Hi bitch!"
- No me gusta cuando dices hola perra.I don't like it when you say hi bitch.
Example conversation
Two people who hate each other meet in a hallway.
- ElenaHola perra, ¿vienes a molestar?Hi bitch, are you coming to annoy me?
- MateoCállate, Elena. No te hablo a ti.Shut up, Elena. I'm not talking to you.
- ElenaSiempre eres tan amable, Mateo.You're always so kind, Mateo.
- MateoSolo vete de mi camino.Just get out of my way.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries hola, perra, CC BY-SA 4.0.