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Grisen röv!, Som om!
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?
Hon tror att hon kan slå mig i ett lopp? Grisen röv! Som om!
You'll finish that enormous sandwich in one sitting?
Du kommer att äta upp den enorma smörgåsen på en sittning? Grisen röv! Som om!
