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They're gonna hurt me

🇬🇧 UK //ðeə ˈɡɒnə hɜːt miː// 🇺🇸 US //ðɛr ˈɡɑːnə hɜrt mi//

Meaning of They're gonna hurt me

They are likely to cause physical or emotional pain to me.

In simple words: They will cause me pain.

They're gonna hurt me in a sentence

• In the movie, the villain said, 'They're gonna hurt me if I don't tell them the truth.'
• During the argument, she cried out, 'They're gonna hurt me!' as she felt cornered.
• When he saw the group approaching, he thought to himself, 'They're gonna hurt me if I stay here.'
• 'They're gonna hurt me,' he whispered, fearing the consequences of his actions.
• She mentioned that in jail, she feared, 'They're gonna hurt me if I don't fit in.'

How to use They're gonna hurt me

Use in informal contexts when discussing potential harm or emotional distress. Avoid in formal discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone statement

Memory hint

Think of 'gonna' as a fun way to say 'going to', like a friend casually predicting trouble.

Related words

Collocations with They're gonna hurt me

• gonna hurt
• gonna cause pain
• gonna injure

Synonyms for They're gonna hurt me

• They will harm me
• They will injure me
• They will damage me

Common mistakes with They're gonna hurt me

• Using 'gonna' in formal writing.
• Confusing 'hurt' with 'hurted' as the past tense.
• Not using a subject before 'gonna'.

Frequently asked questions about "They're gonna hurt me"

What does "They're gonna hurt me" mean?

They will cause me pain.

What is the definition of "They're gonna hurt me"?

They are likely to cause physical or emotional pain to me.

How do you use "They're gonna hurt me" in a sentence?

In the movie, the villain said, 'They're gonna hurt me if I don't tell them the truth.'

Can you give another example of "They're gonna hurt me"?

During the argument, she cried out, 'They're gonna hurt me!' as she felt cornered.

What are synonyms for "They're gonna hurt me"?

Common alternatives include They will harm me, They will injure me, They will damage me.

What words go with "They're gonna hurt me"?

It commonly pairs with gonna hurt, gonna cause pain, gonna injure.

What are common mistakes when using "They're gonna hurt me"?

Using 'gonna' in formal writing. Confusing 'hurt' with 'hurted' as the past tense. Not using a subject before 'gonna'.

How do you pronounce "They're gonna hurt me"?

US: //ðɛr ˈɡɑːnə hɜrt mi//, UK: //ðeə ˈɡɒnə hɜːt miː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "They're gonna hurt me"?

Use in informal contexts when discussing potential harm or emotional distress. Avoid in formal discussions.