Irish Expressions
Slang: Jaysus
Meaning: An Irish pronunciation of “Jesus,” used as an expression of surprise, frustration, excitement, or disbelief.
Story:
Example: Jaysus, that's some price for a cup of coffee.
Slang: Jaysus
Meaning: An Irish pronunciation of “Jesus,” used as an expression of surprise, frustration, excitement, or disbelief.
Story:
Jaysus is heard throughout Ireland as an everyday exclamation. It can express almost anything from mild surprise to genuine shock, and its meaning is usually conveyed more by tone than by the word itself.
Example: Jaysus, that's some price for a cup of coffee.