interjection Uncommon

crumbs

kruhmz

Crumbs (interjection) means a mild British exclamation of surprise, similar to "goodness" or "gosh". Example: “Crumbs, is that the time already?" she said, grabbing her coat.”

interjection

A mild British exclamation of surprise, similar to "goodness" or "gosh".

""Crumbs, is that the time already?" she said, grabbing her coat."

"Crumbs, I nearly forgot your birthday!"

How to use crumbs

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA harmless, old-fashioned way of expressing shock or surprise, common in British English.

When to use it

Informal and a bit dated — mostly heard from older British speakers or in a jokey, exaggerated way.

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Rhymes for crumbs

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Frequently asked questions

What does “crumbs” mean?

The word “crumbs” means a mild British exclamation of surprise, similar to "goodness" or "gosh". In plain terms, a harmless, old-fashioned way of expressing shock or surprise, common in British English.

How do you pronounce “crumbs”?

“Crumbs” is pronounced kruhmz (/kɹʌmz/ in IPA).

How do you use “crumbs” in a sentence?

Here is “crumbs” used in a sentence: “"Crumbs, is that the time already?" she said, grabbing her coat.”

What part of speech is “crumbs”?

“Crumbs” is an interjection.

Is “crumbs” a common word?

“Crumbs” is an uncommon word in modern English.