How to Pronounce "goodness me"
expression
ˈɡʊdnəs/, /ˈɡʊdnɪs/ /ˈmi
GOOD-nuhs MEE
ɡˈʊdnəs/ /mˈiː
gud-NESS MEE
Definition
An old-fashioned expression used to show surprise, shock, or disbelief.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡʊdnəs/, /ˈɡʊdnɪs/ /ˈmi
British English
ɡˈʊdnəs/ /mˈiː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GOOD-nuhs MEE
UK
gud-NESS MEE
Listen in Context
Goodness me, it's already 8 o'clock!
Goodness me, what a mess in this room!
Goodness me, did you see that dog jump?
Goodness me, I completely forgot about your birthday!