How to Pronounce "great scott"
expression
ˈɡɹeɪt/ /ˈskɑt
GRAYT SKAHT
ɡɹˈeɪt/ /skɒt
GRAYT SKOT
Definition
An old-fashioned exclamation of surprise, shock, or amazement; similar to saying "Oh my goodness!" or "Wow!" in modern English.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɹeɪt/ /ˈskɑt
British English
ɡɹˈeɪt/ /skɒt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GRAYT SKAHT
UK
GRAYT SKOT
Listen in Context
Great Scott! What happened here?
He shouted, "Great Scott! That's amazing!"
Great Scott! Look at all this snow.
When I saw the bill, I just said, "Great Scott! That's expensive."