How to Pronounce "thank goodness"
expression
ˈθæŋk/ /ˈɡʊdnəs/, /ˈɡʊdnɪs
THANGK GOOD-nuss
θˈæŋk/ /ɡˈʊdnəs
THANGK GOOD-nuss
Definition
An informal expression used to show relief, happiness, or gratitude because something bad did not happen, or a situation turned out well.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθæŋk/ /ˈɡʊdnəs/, /ˈɡʊdnɪs
British English
θˈæŋk/ /ɡˈʊdnəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THANGK GOOD-nuss
UK
THANGK GOOD-nuss
Listen in Context
Thank goodness you found your keys.
Thank goodness it's not raining today.
Thank goodness the test was easy.
I missed my train, but thank goodness there was another one right after.