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Meaning of Good gracious me
An expression used to show surprise or disbelief.
In simple words: An expression of shock or surprise.
Good gracious me in a sentence
- Good gracious me! I can't believe she won the lottery.
- When I saw the mess, I thought, good gracious me, what happened here?
- She exclaimed, 'Good gracious me!' after seeing the surprise party.
How to use Good gracious me
Used primarily in British English, often in a humorous or exaggerated context. May not be taken seriously in strict settings.
Grammar pattern
standalone exclamation
Memory hint
Imagine a gracious host being shocked at a mishap.
Related words
Collocations with Good gracious me
- good gracious me indeed
- oh good gracious
Synonyms for Good gracious me
- good heavens
- my goodness
- oh my
- gracious me
Common mistakes with Good gracious me
- Used in formal contexts where it's too casual.
- Used in written text instead of speaking.
- Confused with other expressions of surprise.
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Frequently asked questions about Good gracious me
What does Good gracious me mean?
An expression of shock or surprise.
What is the definition of Good gracious me?
An expression used to show surprise or disbelief.
How do you use Good gracious me in a sentence?
Good gracious me! I can't believe she won the lottery.
Can you give another example of Good gracious me?
When I saw the mess, I thought, good gracious me, what happened here?
What are synonyms for Good gracious me?
Common alternatives include good heavens, my goodness, oh my, gracious me.
What words go with Good gracious me?
It commonly pairs with good gracious me indeed, oh good gracious.
What are common mistakes when using Good gracious me?
Used in formal contexts where it's too casual. Used in written text instead of speaking. Confused with other expressions of surprise.
How do you pronounce Good gracious me?
US: //ɡʊd ˈɡreɪ.ʃəs miː//, UK: //ɡʊd ˈɡreɪ.ʃəs miː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Good gracious me formal or informal?
"Good gracious me" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Good gracious me?
Used primarily in British English, often in a humorous or exaggerated context. May not be taken seriously in strict settings.