Meaning of the word crikey in English

What does crikey mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crikey

US /ˈkraɪ.ki/
UK /ˈkraɪ.ki/

Exclamation

an exclamation of surprise or astonishment, often used in Australia and New Zealand

Example:
Crikey, that's a big spider!
Crikey, I almost forgot my keys!