How to Pronounce "go great guns"
expression
GOH GRAYT GUNZ
goh-GRAYT gunz
Definition
To perform extremely well or be very successful, especially unexpectedly or in a business or activity. Often used to describe rapid progress or high achievement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡoʊ/ /ˈɡɹeɪt/ /ˈɡənz
British English
ɡˈəʊ/ /ɡɹˈeɪt/ /ɡˈʌnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GOH GRAYT GUNZ
UK
goh-GRAYT gunz
Listen in Context
The restaurant has been going great guns since it opened.
Their new app is going great guns in the market.
Our team is going great guns this season.
Sales are going great guns—much better than we hoped for!