"jislaaik" meaning in English

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Interjection

IPA: /ˈjɪs.laɪk/
Etymology: From Afrikaans [Term?], of unclear origin. Etymology templates: {{bor|en|af}} Afrikaans [Term?] Head templates: {{en-interj}} jislaaik
  1. (South Africa) goodness; expressing shock or surprise Tags: South-Africa
    Sense id: en-jislaaik-en-intj-0aUfv7SA Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, South African English

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