Where Did The Expression For Pete’s Sake Come From?
1 August 2017, 16:47 | Updated: 4 August 2017, 12:09
Who is Pete and why do we say Pete instead of God?
Mystery Hour Question
Who is Pete in the expression 'for Pete's sake'?
Tony, Holborn
Answer
Name: John, Epsom
Qualification: Sunday School
Answer: Pete refers to Saint Peter and it is used as a way of swearing. Taking any saint's name in this context is regarded as swearing. Pete is a substitute for God.
