Season 5 · Episode 1
The Simpsons
Homer recalls when he, Apu, Barney and Principal Skinner became recording icons.

A softened exclamation used widely across Latin America to express surprise, mild frustration, or admiration. It functions as a socially acceptable stand-in for stronger oaths and is common in everyday speech across all ages.
Very common throughout Latin America as a reaction to unexpected news or events. Slightly more emphatic than 'caray' but still socially mild. Often signals genuine astonishment rather than anger.
Used to wrap up a digression, change the subject, or signal mild resignation before moving on. Non-compositional in that it rarely means a literal 'at the end' but rather marks a conversational shift in tone or topic.
An intensified question expressing bewilderment or irritation. 'Rayos' softens what would otherwise be a much stronger expletive, making it suitable for family contexts while still conveying clear frustration or confusion.
An antiquated or theatrical exclamation of astonishment, often used humorously or to characterize someone as old-fashioned or overly dramatic. Rarely used in everyday modern speech but recognizable.