Jesus!
An exclamation expressing fright, surprise, annoyance, or indignation. The religious meaning of the name usually recedes into the background in this use.
EXAMPLE
Jesus, hast du mich erschreckt!
Jesus, you scared me!
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Meanings
Usage tips
Detached exclamation
As an exclamation, „Jesus“ (Jesus) stands outside the actual sentence and is separated by a comma or an exclamation mark. The following sentence retains its own sentence structure.
EXAMPLE
Jesus, was ist denn hier passiert?
Jesus, what happened here?
Jesus! Das hätte böse enden können.
Jesus! That could have ended badly.
Intensifying expression
In emotional exclamations, „Jesus“ (Jesus) is also expanded to „Jesus Christus!“ (Jesus Christ!) or „Jesus Maria!“ (Jesus Mary!). These expressions can make the reaction seem especially strong.
EXAMPLE
Jesus Maria, du blutest ja!
Jesus Maria, you're bleeding!
Informal usage
This exclamation is used mainly in informal spoken language. Some religious people may find using the name as a mere exclamation disrespectful.
EXAMPLE
Jesus, jetzt hör endlich auf mit dem Lärm!
Jesus, stop making that noise already!
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