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What are some insults in english that will make non-native speakers have to ask someone their meaning? (lemmy.world)

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 6 months ago (2 children)

Non native here: never heard it, is implying an unpleasant feeling?

[–] [email protected] 10 points 6 months ago

Usually it's referring to being a downer at an event that's typically exciting. Like being at a party but complaining the whole time about their beer/music selection.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 6 months ago (1 children)

I have no idea how it started being used that way, but it's true, there's nothing fun about a wet blanket.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 6 months ago (1 children)

You'd use a wet blanket to smother a fire.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 6 months ago

I suppose so, although a proper fire blanket would be even better.