jesucristo
/heh-soo-KREE-sto/
Jesus Christ
As a noun, Jesucristo refers to Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity.
📝 In Action
Jesucristo es la figura central del cristianismo.
A1Jesus Christ is the central figure of Christianity.
La vida de Jesucristo se narra en los Evangelios.
A2The life of Jesus Christ is narrated in the Gospels.
💡 Grammar Points
A Proper Name
Since this is the name of a specific person, it is a proper noun and should always start with a capital letter.
⭐ Usage Tips
Cultural Context
This word is used primarily in religious or historical contexts to refer directly to the person.
Used as an interjection, Jesucristo! expresses shock or strong surprise.
jesucristo(interjection)
Jesus Christ!
?exclamation of shock or surprise
,Oh my God!
?exclamation of shock or surprise
Holy cow!
?exclamation of disbelief
📝 In Action
¡Jesucristo, qué calor hace hoy!
B1Jesus Christ, it's so hot today!
¡Jesucristo! Casi chocamos con ese coche.
B2Oh my God! We almost crashed into that car.
💡 Grammar Points
Punctuation
When used as a shout or exclamation, it is usually followed by an exclamation mark (¡!) to show strong emotion.
⭐ Usage Tips
Register Warning
Although very common, using this exclamation is considered informal and can be mildly offensive or inappropriate in formal settings or around people who are very religious.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: jesucristo
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'Jesucristo' as an exclamation of surprise?
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Es 'Jesucristo' una palabra formal o informal?
When referring to the religious figure, it is neutral and formal. However, when used as an exclamation (¡Jesucristo!), it is highly informal and should be avoided in serious or polite conversation.