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No. 18,090 in Russian

хер

The Russian word "хер" is a vulgar term referring to the male genitalia ("penis") and is often used as slang to express frustration, dismissal, or disdain.

In a sentence

  • Что за хер ты несёшь?

    What nonsense are you talking about?

    Here, the word 'хер' functions as an intensifier to denote disdain for nonsensical talk or actions.

  • Да мне совершенно до хера на это.

    I absolutely don't care about this.

    In this case, the word 'хер' is used in expressions of indifference, usually to emphasize lack of concern.

  • Я с ним столько херов перебил, что могу считаться мастером.

    I have overcome so many difficulties with him that I can be considered a master.

    The word 'херов' here is used colloquially to refer to challenges or problems, illustrating the speaker's perseverance.

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