Bite my shiny metal ass
/BYTE my SHY-nee MET-ul ASS/ interjection (insult)
≈ “Kiss my ass / Go to hell”
Bender's signature catchphrase. Not an invented word but a robot-specific adaptation of 'kiss my ass' that became one of the most iconic lines in animated TV history.
“Bite my shiny metal ass!”— Bender Bending Rodríguez (John DiMaggio)
Etymology
A robot's version of 'kiss my ass.' The addition of 'shiny metal' makes it species-specific — Bender is literally made of metal. It's profanity adapted to robot identity.
Usage History
Used throughout Futurama's original run (1999-2003), films (2007-2009), revival (2023-present). One of the most quoted catchphrases in animated television.
Taboo Trajectory
Straddles the line between real and fictional profanity — 'ass' is a real mild curse, but the full phrase is uniquely Bender's and serves as robot-culture profanity.
Semantic Drift Timeline
Bender's catchphrase throughout all seasons and revival. Various episodes play with it — 'Bite my glorious golden ass,' 'Bite my colossal metal ass,' etc.
Regional Notes
Bender uses it everywhere, from New New York to the edges of the universe.