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Good morrow

🇬🇧 UK //ɡʊd ˈmɒrəʊ// 🇺🇸 US //ɡʊd ˈmɔroʊ//

Meaning of Good morrow

A formal greeting used to say 'good morning'.

In simple words: Good morning.

Good morrow in a sentence

• As the sun rose, he stepped outside and called, 'Good morrow to all!'
• She replied warmly, 'Good morrow, dear friend!', as they met in the village square.
• In the play, the nobleman greets his subjects with a hearty, 'Good morrow!'
• The poet wrote, 'Good morrow, fair lady,' in a letter to his beloved.
• At dawn, the villagers often exchanged 'Good morrow' in the streets.

How to use Good morrow

Used in historical or literary contexts. Not common in modern conversation; might sound overly dramatic or archaic.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think 'good' + 'morrow', like wishing well for the day ahead.

Related words

Collocations with Good morrow

• wish good morrow
• greet with good morrow
• say good morrow

Synonyms for Good morrow

• Good morning
• Howdy
• Greetings
• Salutations
• Morning

Common mistakes with Good morrow

• Used in informal contexts where a simple 'hello' is more appropriate.
• Misunderstood as a general greeting, whereas it's specifically for morning use.
• Spelled incorrectly, such as 'good morow'.

Frequently asked questions about Good morrow

What does Good morrow mean?

Good morning.

What is the definition of Good morrow?

A formal greeting used to say 'good morning'.

How do you use Good morrow in a sentence?

As the sun rose, he stepped outside and called, 'Good morrow to all!'

Can you give another example of Good morrow?

She replied warmly, 'Good morrow, dear friend!', as they met in the village square.

What are synonyms for Good morrow?

Common alternatives include Good morning, Howdy, Greetings, Salutations, Morning.

What words go with Good morrow?

It commonly pairs with wish good morrow, greet with good morrow, say good morrow.

What are common mistakes when using Good morrow?

Used in informal contexts where a simple 'hello' is more appropriate. Misunderstood as a general greeting, whereas it's specifically for morning use. Spelled incorrectly, such as 'good morow'.

How do you pronounce Good morrow?

US: //ɡʊd ˈmɔroʊ//, UK: //ɡʊd ˈmɒrəʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Good morrow formal or informal?

"Good morrow" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Good morrow?

Used in historical or literary contexts. Not common in modern conversation; might sound overly dramatic or archaic.