"yirra" meaning in English

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Interjection

IPA: /ˈjɜrə/, /ˈjɪrə/
Etymology: From Afrikaans jere, a minced oath or alteration of Heere or Here (“Lord, God”, interjection), derived from Heer (“Lord”). Etymology templates: {{bor|en|af|jere}} Afrikaans jere Head templates: {{en-interj}} yirra
  1. (South Africa, colloquial, possibly offensive) An exclamation used to express shock or exasperation. Tags: South-Africa, colloquial, offensive, possibly Synonyms: jinne, jirr, jirra, jirre

Alternative forms

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