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zurullo means poop log — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: February 26, 2026

😆 Funny Words

zurullo

noun • /[soo-ROO-yo]/

poop log

Example:

¡Alguien dejó un zurullo en el baño!

Someone left a poop log in the bathroom!

🧠 What does zurullo mean?

The noun 'zurullo' is a very colloquial and somewhat vulgar term used to describe a solid, cylindrical piece of excrement. Its English equivalent is 'poop log' or 'turd'. The word specifically refers to the shape of the feces, distinguishing it from more general or liquid forms. Due to its informal and expressive nature, it is often used in humorous or crude contexts and is considered inappropriate for formal settings.

📚 Extra examples

  • Ten cuidado al caminar por el parque, que hay mucho zurullo de perro.
    Be careful walking through the park, there are a lot of dog poop logs.
  • El niño pequeño hizo un zurullo en el orinal por primera vez.
    The little boy did a poop log in the potty for the first time.
  • ¡Vaya zurullo! Parece que lo dejó un animal muy grande.
    What a turd! It looks like a very large animal left it.

💡 Did You Know?

While 'zurullo' is a vulgar term, its specific and somewhat comical sound often gives it a childish or humorous tone. This makes it a common word in jokes or informal, crude descriptions, especially within the colloquial Spanish spoken in Spain.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "zurullo"

Synonyms: mojón, cagarro, caca

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'poop log' in Spanish?
The most direct and colloquial equivalent for 'poop log' in Spanish, particularly in Spain, is 'zurullo'. Other words exist, such as 'caca' (more general, like 'poo') or 'excremento' (formal), but 'zurullo' specifically captures the solid, log-like shape.
How do you pronounce 'zurullo' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is /θuˈru.ʎo/ in Castilian Spanish (thoo-ROO-yo), with a 'th' sound for the 'z'. In most of Latin America, it would be /suˈru.ʝo/ (soo-ROO-yo), with an 's' sound. The 'll' is pronounced like the 'y' in 'yes'.
How do you use 'zurullo' in a sentence?
It is used as a masculine noun. For example: 'El excursionista vio un zurullo de oso en el sendero.' (The hiker saw a bear poop log on the trail.)
What is the English translation of 'zurullo'?
The most accurate English translation is 'poop log' or 'turd', as it refers specifically to a solid, elongated piece of excrement.
Does 'zurullo' change for gender or number?
Yes, it is a masculine noun that changes for number. The singular is 'zurullo' and the plural is 'zurullos'. For example, 'había varios zurullos en el campo' (there were several poop logs in the field).
Is 'zurullo' common in everyday Spanish?
It is a very common colloquial term in Spain. However, it is not widely used in most of Latin America. It's considered informal and somewhat vulgar, so it should be reserved for familiar contexts.
Does 'zurullo' have slang or double meanings?
Primarily, 'zurullo' refers to a piece of excrement. Metaphorically, it can be used pejoratively to describe something of very poor quality or a botched job, similar to saying 'a piece of crap' in English, though this usage is less common than its literal meaning.
Is 'zurullo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
Yes, the word is significantly more common and understood in Spain. In Latin America, its use is rare. Other colloquial terms like 'mojón' or 'cagada' are more frequent, with vocabulary varying greatly by country.

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