der Runtermacho
Translation
put-down artist, toxic macho man, bully
Examples
Sein Chef ist ein echter Runtermacho.
His boss is a real put-down artist.
Grammar Patterns
((ein)) Runtermacho sein to be a put-down artist He is such a put-down artist.
Similar Words
Synonyms: show-off, yob, tyrant; Antonyms: gentleman
Etymology
A compound of 'runter' (down) and 'Macho' (macho man). It describes a man who puts others 'down'.
Memory Tips
Visualize a 'macho' man who literally pushes others 'runter' (down) with his attitude.