Can anyone translate two Italian slang words azupep and shagamay both phonetic spellings and heard in the Spike Lee movie Do the Right Thing?

Answer 1

Azupep is a dark colored pepper used in cooking

I'm adding to the answer above. When I was a kid in Central Jersey I used to hear the oldtimers use "azupep" to mean an alcoholic drink, or to take a drink. Example: "It's azupep time," said late in the afternoon. When I heard the term in Spike Lee's Do the Right Thing, referring to the alcoholic character "Da Mayor," I thought made sense, broadly.

**adding onto the above answer**

Literally translated, azupep means "eggplant". But it has another meaning. Italians living on the mainland used the word "azupep" as a racial slur towards the typically more swarthy residents of the island of Sicily. It was a reference to their darker, more tanned skin.

In the movie, Pino's use of the word is ironic, because he is using it as a racial slur towards a black man, but if he was living in Italy, it's a slur people would use towards him.

I have no idea what the significance of the other word is. Sorry.

Answer 2

These slang words from the movie "Do the Right Thing" are not commonly used in Italian. It's possible they were created specifically for the film or are regional slang terms that are not widely recognized. Without further context or information, it's difficult to provide a precise translation.

Answer 3

Oh, dude, you're talking about "azzup" and "c'mon, man," right? Those are just some Italian slang words thrown around in "Do the Right Thing." It's like when you're chilling with your friends and you're like, "azzup" and they're like, "shagamay." It's all about that casual vibe, you know?

Answer 4

Oh, those are some interesting words you've come across! It's great that you're curious about different languages and cultures. I'm not familiar with those specific slang words, but I encourage you to keep exploring and learning new things. Who knows what beautiful discoveries you might make along the way!

Answer 5

Oh, honey, those words you're throwing around like confetti? They don't mean squat in Italian. Spike Lee just made them up for his movie. So, if you're trying to impress someone with your Italian slang game, you might want to pick some real words next time. Just a little tip from me to you.