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For goodness' sake

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Meanings of For goodness' sake

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  • An expression used to show that you are frustrated or surprised about something.

Explanation of the word: For goodness' sake

'For goodness' sake' is something people say when they are surprised or a little upset. It's like saying, 'Oh no!' or 'Come on!' when something silly happens.

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Translations for the word: For goodness' sake

hindi
भगवान की कृपा से (Bhagwan ki kripa se)

bhagwan ki kripa se

कृपया (Kripya)

kripya

भगवान के लिए (Bhagwan ke liye)

bhagwan ke liye

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: For goodness' sake

What does 'for goodness' sake' mean?
'For goodness' sake' is a phrase people use when they are feeling frustrated or surprised. It's like saying, 'Oh my goodness!' or 'Please, just do it!'.
How do you pronounce 'for goodness' sake'?
You say it like this: 'for good-ness sake'. The 'goodness' part sounds like 'good' and 'ness' together.
Where does the phrase 'for goodness' sake' come from?
The phrase 'for goodness' sake' has been used for a long time, and it comes from people wanting to express their feelings in a polite way.
What is the meaning of 'for goodness' sake' in Bengali?
The phrase 'for goodness' sake' in Bengali is 'ভালোর জন্য' (Bhalor jonyo).