interjection
General Slang
strewth
STROOTH · interjection · informal
An exclamation of surprise or dismay.
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Definitions
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Used to express surprise, shock or annoyance.
“Strewth, look at the price of petrol!”
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strewth In A Sentence
Strewth, look at the price of petrol!
Origin & Usage
A minced oath from 'God's truth'.
Variants
struth
People Also Ask
What does 'strewth' mean?
It's an exclamation of surprise, shock or annoyance, along the lines of 'good grief'.
Where does 'strewth' come from?
It's a minced oath, a shortened and softened form of 'God's truth'.
Is 'strewth' still used?
It's a bit old-fashioned and stereotypically Australian, but it's still used, often with a knowing, jokey tone.
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