General
strewth
What does strewth mean?
Used to express surprise, shock or annoyance.
"Strewth, look at the price of petrol!"
Origin
A minced oath from 'God's truth'.
Frequently asked questions
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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