Golly

usgb/ˈɡɑːli/
interjection

Used to express surprise or excitement.

Golly, that's a lot of food!
Visual representation of "golly" - used to express surprise or excitement

Often appears as...

  • golly gee
  • golly gosh

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Informal Usage

Use 'golly' in casual conversations, not in formal settings such as job interviews or academic papers.

Illustration for Informal Usage
Golly, this park is beautiful!
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Emotional Expressiveness

'Golly' conveys a sense of innocence and is often used to show unguarded emotional reactions.

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Golly, I never expected a puppy for my birthday!
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Outdated Expression

'Golly' might sound old-fashioned or quaint to some listeners, as it's less common in modern slang.

Illustration for Outdated Expression
Golly, these old records sound amazing even today!
Visual representation of the word "Golly"

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