Japanese meaning of シェー!

Reading:
しぇー! (Shee!)

English Translation:

Sheeeh!

Scene & Cultural Context

Scene Context:


Iyami dramatically poses and says this phrase, expressing shock, surprise, or exaggerated reaction.

Cultural Context:


A famous, classic comedic expression from "Osomatsu-kun," widely recognized in Japan as a humorous way to show exaggerated surprise or disbelief.


Grammar & Learning Points

Grammar Point

• Purely exclamatory, not grammatically structured
• Uses exaggerated vowel elongation for comic effect.

Trap for English Speakers

Non-standard exclamation with no direct translation; used primarily for comic exaggeration.

Example

Basic Example

予想外のニュースに驚いて、
「シェー!」

Reacting to unexpected news with comic exaggeration,
'Sheesh!'


Applied Example

友達が意外な発言をしたとき、
「シェー!」

When surprised by a friend's unexpected comment,
'Sheesh!'