Gotcha: meaning, definitions and examples
๐
gotcha
[ หษกษtสษ ]
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:
๐ต๐น peguei vocรช
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเคเคกเคผเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช hab dich
๐ฎ๐ฉ aku dapat
๐บ๐ฆ ะทัะพะทัะผัะฒ
๐ต๐ฑ mam ciฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ๆใพใใ
๐ซ๐ท je t'ai eu
๐ช๐ธ te tengo
๐น๐ท seni yakaladฤฑm
๐ฐ๐ท ์ก์๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃู ุณูุช ุจู
๐จ๐ฟ mรกm tฤ
๐ธ๐ฐ mรกm ลฅa
๐จ๐ณ ๆไฝไบ
๐ธ๐ฎ ujel sem te
๐ฎ๐ธ fangaรฐi รพig
๐ฐ๐ฟ าฑััะฐะฟ ะฐะปะดัะผ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแฌแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sษni tutdum
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.