How to Pronounce "for chrissake"
expression
fer krih-SAYK
faw krih-SAYK
Definition
An informal and sometimes exasperated way to express frustration, urgency, or impatience, similar to saying 'for goodness' sake' or 'come on.' Often used to urge someone to do or stop doing something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /krɪˈseɪk
British English
fˈɔː/ /krɪˈseɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fer krih-SAYK
UK
faw krih-SAYK
Listen in Context
For chrissake, close the window!
Hurry up, for chrissake!
Turn down the music, for chrissake.
For chrissake, how many times do I have to tell you?