Meaning
arse, bum, luck
- Buttocks or arse (vulgar slang).
- Sheer luck or good fortune (slang).
In a sentence
Hai trovato parcheggio subito, che culo!
You found a parking spot right away, what luck!
È caduto sui pattini e ha battuto il culo.
He fell on his skates and hit his bum.
Non abbiamo studiato, ma con un po' di culo passeremo l'esame.
We didn't study, but with a bit of luck we'll pass the exam.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| culo | masculine · singular |
| culi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Vulgar: avoid in polite company.
- 'Che culo!' is a very common exclamation for 'What luck!' or 'How lucky!'.