good heavens

interjection
UK: /ˌɡʊd ˈhevənz/
US: /ˌɡʊd ˈhevənz/

  1. An expression of surprise, shock, or amazement.

    1. Good heavens, is that really you after all these years?
    2. Good heavens, I didn't realize it was so late I must get going immediately.

  2. Used to express mild annoyance or frustration.

    1. Good heavens, not again!
    2. Good heavens, why is it always me who has to clean up this mess all the time?

Synonyms

good grief wow

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "good heavens" in English means: An expression of surprise, shock, or amazement., Used to express mild annoyance or frustration..

The phonetic transcription of "good heavens" is /ˌɡʊd ˈhevənz/ in British English and /ˌɡʊd ˈhevənz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "good heavens": good grief, wow.

Example usage of "good heavens": "Good heavens, is that really you after all these years?". More examples on the page.