How to Pronounce "god only knows"
expression
ˈɡɑd/ /ˈoʊnɫi/ /ˈnoʊz
GOD-OHN-lee-NOHZ
ɡˈɒd/ /ˈəʊnli/ /nˈəʊz
god-OHN-lee-NOHZ
Definition
This expression means that no one knows the answer or the truth about something, except possibly God. It is used when something is unknown, uncertain, or mysterious.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɑd/ /ˈoʊnɫi/ /ˈnoʊz
British English
ɡˈɒd/ /ˈəʊnli/ /nˈəʊz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GOD-OHN-lee-NOHZ
UK
god-OHN-lee-NOHZ
Listen in Context
God only knows where she went after the party.
God only knows why he quit his job.
God only knows how long this storm will last.
I've tried everything, but God only knows if it'll work.