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cristo

//ˈkris.to//religious, exclamation

What does cristo mean? cristo is a Italian strong that translates to “Christ (exclamation)” in English.

Literal Translation

Christ

Meaning & Usage

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"Christ (exclamation)"

Using Christ's name as a standalone exclamation — exactly like English 'Christ!' It's milder than the full bestemmie that attach animal insults to divine names, but still blasphemous enough to bother religious Italians. Often extended: 'Cristo santo!' (holy Christ), 'per Cristo!' (for Christ's sake).

Examples in the Wild

'Cristo, che paura!' — Christ, what a scare! 'Per Cristo, smettila!' — for Christ's sake, stop it!