Gotcha: meaning, definitions and examples

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gotcha

 

[ หˆษกษ’tสƒษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

informal communication

The term 'gotcha' is often used in informal contexts to indicate a moment of realization or understanding, especially when someone has caught another person in a mistake or misleading statement. It can also imply that something has been successfully done or that one has won in a playful or competitive situation. This expression can be used in various contexts, such as conversations, games, or competitive settings where one person outsmarts another.

Synonyms

caught, got ya, nailed, understood

Examples of usage

  • I finally understood the problem; gotcha!
  • When he made that mistake, I couldn't help but say 'gotcha!'
  • You thought you could trick me? Gotcha!
  • In the game, she said 'gotcha!' when she won.

Translations

Translations of the word "gotcha" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น peguei vocรช

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเค•เคกเคผเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช hab dich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ aku dapat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทั€ะพะทัƒะผั–ะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mam ciฤ™

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ•ใพใˆใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท je t'ai eu

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ te tengo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท seni yakaladฤฑm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žก์•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู…ุณูƒุช ุจูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรกm tฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mรกm ลฅa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŠ“ไฝไบ†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ujel sem te

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fangaรฐi รพig

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฑัั‚ะฐะฟ ะฐะปะดั‹ะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ’แƒฌแƒ•แƒ“แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sษ™ni tutdum

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ te atrapรฉ

Etymology

The term 'gotcha' originated in American English as a colloquial contraction of 'got you.' Its roots can be traced back to the early 20th century, appearing in various forms in different contexts. Initially, it was frequently used in informal spoken language, particularly within playful or competitive environments, to express that someone has been caught out or tricked. The expression gained popularity in media and popular culture, particularly in television and movies, which further solidified its usage in everyday conversations. Over the decades, 'gotcha' has evolved and broadened its meaning, now encompassing moments of realization and understanding as well. Its playful and sometimes sarcastic tone contributes to its charm and frequent adoption across various age groups and demographics.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,458, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.