Cool MateBullshit vs What a crock of shit
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Bullshit
InformalTop 2,000 (common)
What a crock of shit
VulgarBeyond 10,000 (less common)
Most formal: BullshitMost common: Bullshit
| Bullshit | What a crock of shit | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 //ˈbʊlʃɪt//🇺🇸 //ˈbʊlʃɪt// | 🇬🇧 //ˈwɒt ə krɒk əv ʃɪt//🇺🇸 //ˈwɑt ə krɑk əv ʃɪt// |
| Meaning | Nonsense or something untrue. | A phrase used to say something is nonsense or untrue. |
| Example | I can't believe you fell for that bullshit. | When I heard his excuse, I thought, 'What a crock of shit!' |
| Register | Informal | Vulgar |
| How common | Top 2,000 (common) | Beyond 10,000 (less common) |
| Collocations | call bullshit, talk bullshit, feed bullshit | what a load of crap, pure nonsense, complete rubbish, utter bullshit |
| Antonyms | truth, fact | - |
| Common mistakes | Using it in formal writing or speech., Confusing with 'bull' or 'shit' as separate terms. | Using it in formal writing., Confusing it with 'what a load of rubbish'., Not understanding it is considered vulgar. |
| Usage notes | Used primarily in casual speech. Avoid in formal settings or around people who might find it offensive. | This phrase is informal and often used to express disbelief or disdain in casual conversations. It's not suitable for formal settings. |
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Frequently asked questions: Bullshit vs What a crock of shit
What's the difference between Bullshit and What a crock of shit?
Bullshit: Nonsense or something untrue. What a crock of shit: A phrase used to say something is nonsense or untrue.
Which is more formal: Bullshit and What a crock of shit?
Bullshit is the most formal of these.
Which is more common: Bullshit and What a crock of shit?
Bullshit is the most common in everyday English.
Can you show an example of each?
Bullshit: I can't believe you fell for that bullshit. What a crock of shit: When I heard his excuse, I thought, 'What a crock of shit!'
Can I use Bullshit and What a crock of shit interchangeably?
Not always. Bullshit and What a crock of shit are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.