GOTCHA | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word GOTCHA in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of GOTCHA with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Gotcha

Speech Type: Interjection

Etymology:

mid 19th century: representing a pronunciation

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈɡɒtʃə
Dialects: British English
Definition:

I have got you (used to express satisfaction at having captured or defeated someone or uncovered their faults).

Short Definition:

I have got you

Variant Forms:
  • gotcher

Word: Gotcha

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈɡɒtʃə
Dialects: British English
Definition:

an instance of catching someone out or exposing them to ridicule.

Short Definition:

instance of catching someone out or exposing them to ridicule

Definition:

a sudden unforeseen problem.

Short Definition:

sudden unforeseen problem

Variant Forms:
  • gotcher

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