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UK//maɪ ɡɒd//US//maɪ ɡɑd//

Meaning of My god

A phrase expressing strong emotion or surprise.

In simple words: An expression of surprise or disbelief.

My god in a sentence

  • My god, I can't believe how quickly this year has gone by!
  • When I heard the news, I just thought, my god, this is unbelievable!
  • My god, that performance was incredible!
  • She said, 'My god, I'm so happy for you!'
  • My god, have you seen the size of that cake?

How to use My god

Used mainly in informal contexts to express strong feelings, sometimes can be considered blasphemous depending on the audience.

Grammar pattern

standalone exclamation

Memory hint

Imagine a person gasping in amazement, exclaiming 'My God!' when they see something shocking.

Related words

Collocations with My god

  • my god, look
  • my god, why
  • my god, what

Synonyms for My god

Common mistakes with My god

  • Used too seriously; it's often just an expression.
  • Confused with 'Oh my God!', which is more emphatic.
  • Not capitalizing 'God' can be seen as disrespectful in some contexts.

Compare My god with Goodness, Wow

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Frequently asked questions about My god

What does My god mean?

An expression of surprise or disbelief.

What is the definition of My god?

A phrase expressing strong emotion or surprise.

How do you use My god in a sentence?

My god, I can't believe how quickly this year has gone by!

Can you give another example of My god?

When I heard the news, I just thought, my god, this is unbelievable!

What are synonyms for My god?

Common alternatives include Goodness, Heavens, Wow, Oh my, Jeez.

What words go with My god?

It commonly pairs with my god, look, my god, why, my god, what.

What are common mistakes when using My god?

Used too seriously; it's often just an expression. Confused with 'Oh my God!', which is more emphatic. Not capitalizing 'God' can be seen as disrespectful in some contexts.

How do you pronounce My god?

US: //maɪ ɡɑd//, UK: //maɪ ɡɒd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is My god formal or informal?

"My god" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use My god?

Used mainly in informal contexts to express strong feelings, sometimes can be considered blasphemous depending on the audience.