Hledat
good gracious
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Dobrotivý nebe!, Jéje!
used to express one's surprise at something that has been said or done
Formal
Idiom
Old useWhat is the origin of the idiom "good gracious" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "good gracious" can be traced back to the use of "gracious" as an exclamation expressing surprise, often in a polite or genteel manner. "Gracious" itself is a word that has been used in the English language to convey emotions such as surprise, astonishment, or approval for several centuries. It is used to express polite surprise, astonishment, or amazement.
Example
Good gracious, you've really outdone yourself with this dinner.
Dobrotivý nebe, opravdu jsi se překonal s tou večeří. Je naprosto vynikající!
When I saw the final score of the game, I could only mutter, ' Good gracious,' as it was an unexpected victory.
Když jsem viděl konečný výsledek hry, mohl jsem jen zamumlat: 'Dobrotivý nebe!, Jéje!' protože to bylo nečekané vítězství.
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