gosh

/ɡɒʃ/ (bre, ipa) · /ɡɑːʃ/ (ame, ipa)

gosh — exclamation

1. a mild exclamation used when you are surprised, slightly shocked, or feel someth

1.感嘆詞A2
釋義

a mild exclamation used when you are surprised, slightly shocked, or feel something strongly — for example, upon hearing unexpected news or seeing something impressive

例句

"Gosh, I didn't know the concert started at six!" said Leila, checking her ticket.

exclamation of surprise at new information

"Gosh, this suitcase weighs a ton!" cried Ravi, struggling to lift it onto the scale.

exclamation of strong feeling (effort)

同義詞
  • wow

    stronger and more enthusiastic — used for admiration or amazement

  • goodness

    more polite and slightly old-fashioned — suitable in mixed company

  • golly

    British English variant, similar tone but less common today

  • oh my

    covers a wider emotional range from surprise to worry

用法筆記

"Gosh" is a polite, mild alternative to "God!" (which some people may find offensive). It is very common in spoken everyday English but should not be used in formal or academic writing.

常見錯誤

❌Gosh, I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with your service.
✅I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with your service.
💡"Gosh" is too informal for formal letters and business emails.