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pig's ass
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¡Por favor!, ¡Qué tontería!
used to express disbelief or rejection of a statement
Humorous
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "pig's ass" and when to use it?
The idiom "pig's ass" originates from the phrase "when pigs fly" or "pigs might fly," which is used to express extreme skepticism or disbelief about the possibility of something happening. The addition of "ass" to the idiom adds emphasis and a touch of vulgarity. The origin of the phrase is not entirely clear, but it likely emerged as a humorous and exaggerated way to dismiss something as highly unlikely or impossible.
Example
She thinks she can beat me in a race?
¿Ella piensa que puede ganarme en una carrera? ¡Por favor!, ¡Qué tontería!
You'll finish that enormous sandwich in one sitting?
¿Te vas a terminar ese enorme sándwich de una sola vez? ¡Por favor!,¡Qué tontería!
