mammas död

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Swedish

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Etymology

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From mammas (mother's) +‎ död (death). Likely of Middle Eastern cultural origin.

Interjection

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mammas död

  1. (slang) Used in making an oath.
    Synonym: wallah
    – Svär du? – Jag svär! – Säg mammas död! – Mammas död!
    – Do you swear? – I swear! – Say mother's death! – Mother's death!

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