/dʒiː/

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Meaning

A short word you say when you are surprised, impressed, or a little annoyed.

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Word origin

American English from the 1890s, first used as a softer way of saying the name Jesus.

Origin
American English
Root
Jesus

Examples

, !

Here "gee" shows surprise at something.

, .

Here "gee" shows warm, happy surprise.

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"Gee" often starts a sentence, like "wow" but softer.

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This word is taught in chapter 24, lesson 1: gee, solid, pet and 7 more words.