Du Idiot!
You idiot!
Language note: Common insult for calling someone foolish.
Culture note: Similar to English, it's offensive but less severe than stronger words.
Context: Your roommate breaks your favorite mug by accident.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Du
[doo]
You
Used to address someone directly.
Du Idiot, was machst du?
You idiot, what are you doing?
Idiot
[ee-DEE-ot]
idiot
An offensive term for a person regarded as stupid.
Er benimmt sich wie ein Idiot.
He behaves like an idiot.
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