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UK//aɪm ˈgʌnə kɪl jə//US//aɪm ˈgʌnə kɪl jə//

Meaning of I'm gonna kill ya

A colloquial expression implying a threat or joke about harming someone.

In simple words: I will hurt you.

I'm gonna kill ya in a sentence

  • If you keep stealing my fries, I'm gonna kill ya!
  • My brother said jokingly, 'I'm gonna kill ya' when I beat him at the game.
  • In a playful tone, she said, 'I'm gonna kill ya for that!' after he pranked her.

How to use I'm gonna kill ya

This phrase is often used in a joking or aggressive manner. It should be avoided in serious contexts, as it can be threatening.

Grammar pattern

gonna + verb

Memory hint

Sounds like 'I'm gonna chill ya' — think of someone in a joking mood.

Related words

Collocations with I'm gonna kill ya

  • gonna kill ya
  • jokingly say I'm gonna kill ya
  • threaten with I'm gonna kill ya

Synonyms for I'm gonna kill ya

  • I'll hurt you
  • I'll get you
  • I'll take you down

Opposites of I'm gonna kill ya

Common mistakes with I'm gonna kill ya

  • Confused with 'I'm going to kill you' (same meaning, but 'gonna' is informal)
  • May not convey seriousness or humor clearly to non-native speakers
  • Overusing this phrase can lead to misunderstandings

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Frequently asked questions about I'm gonna kill ya

What does I'm gonna kill ya mean?

I will hurt you.

What is the definition of I'm gonna kill ya?

A colloquial expression implying a threat or joke about harming someone.

How do you use I'm gonna kill ya in a sentence?

If you keep stealing my fries, I'm gonna kill ya!

Can you give another example of I'm gonna kill ya?

My brother said jokingly, 'I'm gonna kill ya' when I beat him at the game.

What are synonyms for I'm gonna kill ya?

Common alternatives include I'll hurt you, I'll get you, I'll take you down.

What is the opposite of I'm gonna kill ya?

Opposite meanings include save, protect, help.

What words go with I'm gonna kill ya?

It commonly pairs with gonna kill ya, jokingly say I'm gonna kill ya, threaten with I'm gonna kill ya.

What are common mistakes when using I'm gonna kill ya?

Confused with 'I'm going to kill you' (same meaning, but 'gonna' is informal) May not convey seriousness or humor clearly to non-native speakers Overusing this phrase can lead to misunderstandings

How do you pronounce I'm gonna kill ya?

US: //aɪm ˈgʌnə kɪl jə//, UK: //aɪm ˈgʌnə kɪl jə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is I'm gonna kill ya formal or informal?

"I'm gonna kill ya" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use I'm gonna kill ya?

This phrase is often used in a joking or aggressive manner. It should be avoided in serious contexts, as it can be threatening.