How to Pronounce "good girl"
expression
GOOD-gurl
guhd-GURL
Definition
A phrase used to praise or encourage a female child or pet when she behaves well or does something positive. It can sometimes be used for adult women, usually in a playful or affectionate way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡʊd/, /ɡɪd/ /ˈɡɝɫ
British English
ɡˈʊd/ /ɡˈɜːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GOOD-gurl
UK
guhd-GURL
Listen in Context
You cleaned your room—good girl!
Sit, Daisy. Good girl!
The teacher said I was a good girl for helping my friend.
Aww, you brought me flowers—good girl!