Crikey
(interjection)
Used to express surprise, admiration, or enthusiasm.
Origin:
Crikey is likely a shortened form of the exclamation "christ!", used as a mild oath or expression of surprise or admiration. the word was first recorded in the late 19th century and became popular in the early 20th century.
Examples:
- Crikey, that's a big crocodile!
- I was so surprised when I heard the news, I just said "crikey" out loud.
- He was so good at playing the guitar that I said "crikey" under my breath.
- Crikey, it's hot today!
- Crikey, I can"t believe how far we"ve come.