Gee: meaning, definitions and examples
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gee
[ dʒiː ]
expression of surprise
The term 'gee' is an exclamation often used to express surprise, admiration, or enthusiasm. It's a softer alternative to other exclamations like 'wow' or 'gosh.' 'Gee' is commonly used in informal conversations and can convey a range of emotions from excitement to disbelief. It originated as a euphemism for 'Jesus,' reflecting a similar shock or surprise.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Gee, that's amazing!
- Gee, I didn't see that coming.
- Gee whiz, look at that!
- Gee, you really did a great job!
Translations
Translations of the word "gee" in other languages:
🇵🇹 caramba
- nossa
- uau
🇮🇳 वाह
- अरे
- ग़ज़ब
🇩🇪 Mensch
- Wow
- Oh mein Gott
🇮🇩 wow
- astaga
- oh tidak
🇺🇦 ого
- нічого собі
- боже
🇵🇱 o rany
- wow
- nie wierzę
🇯🇵 わあ
- まあ
- すごい
🇫🇷 oh là là
- mince
- waouh
🇪🇸 vaya
- guau
- caramba
🇹🇷 vah
- hayret
- aman
🇰🇷 와
- 어머
- 대박
🇸🇦 يا إلهي
- واو
- عجيب
🇨🇿 no ne
- wow
- oh můj bože
🇸🇰 no tak
- wow
- oh môj bože
🇨🇳 哇
- 天哪
- 真奇怪
🇸🇮 ojoj
- vau
- oh ne
🇮🇸 vá
- ó nei
- ó guð
🇰🇿 уау
- о, боже
- керемет
🇬🇪 ვაუ
- ღმერთი
- ოჰ
🇦🇿 vay
- wow
- ay
🇲🇽 ¡guau!
- ¡no manches!
- ¡qué chido!
Etymology
The word 'gee' finds its roots in American English as a mild exclamation. It is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, with influences from older expressions that sought to replace more blasphemous terms. 'Gee' can be traced back to the euphemistic substitution for 'Jesus,' which was often used to express shock or surprise without invoking a religious name. Over time, the usage broadened, and 'gee' became a standalone expression prevalent in informal speech. Its popularity rose during the 20th century, particularly among younger generations influenced by various cultural movements, including comic books and film, where characters often used simple exclamations. The term has maintained its status as a lighthearted, non-offensive way to react to surprising situations.