also: うらめしやー
interjection
curse you; boo
A stereotypical ghostly utterance in Japanese folklore and media, expressing resentment or a haunting curse. Not used in ordinary conversation.
お化け屋敷で「うらめしや〜」と声が聞こえた。
In the haunted house, I heard a voice saying 'Urameshiya...'
古典の怪談では、幽霊が「うらめしや」と恨みを訴える場面がよくある。
In classic ghost stories, there are often scenes where a ghost cries 'Urameshiya' to express its grudge.