Gimme: meaning, definitions and examples

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gimme

 

[ หˆษกษชmi ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

requesting something

The word 'gimme' is an informal contraction of 'give me.' It is often used in casual conversation to request or demand something in a direct and somewhat abrupt manner. This term can imply a sense of urgency or impatience. While it is commonly used in spoken English, it is generally considered inappropriate for formal writing or speech. 'Gimme' can indicate a sense of entitlement or eagerness when asking for items or favors.

Synonyms

give me, hand me, pass me.

Examples of usage

  • Gimme a break!
  • Can you gimme that book?
  • Gimme a minute to think.
  • Gimme some money for lunch.

Translations

Translations of the word "gimme" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น me dรก

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅเคเฅ‡ เคฆเฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gib mir

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ beri saya

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะฐะน ะผะตะฝั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ daj mi

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใใ‚Œ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท donne-moi

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dame

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ver bana

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ค˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุนุทู†ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dej mi

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ daj mi

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ป™ๆˆ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ daj mi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gef mรฉr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะตั€ั–าฃั–ะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ›แƒ”แƒชแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ver mษ™nษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dame

Etymology

The term 'gimme' originated in American English and emerged as a colloquial expression in the 20th century. It is a contraction derived from the phrase 'give me,' which reflects the ways in which informal speech tends to simplify and shorten phrases for ease of communication. The playful and somewhat demanding tone of 'gimme' captures the essence of casual interactions, especially among friends or in relaxed settings. It gained popularity through its frequent use in various forms of media, including music, television, and film, contributing to its establishment as a recognizable term in everyday language. Additionally, 'gimme' can carry a slightly humorous or endearing connotation when used in the right context, further solidifying its place in informal English.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,223 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.