by gum
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天哪, 哎呀
used when one is surprised or when one wants to emphasize something
The idiom "by gum" is used to express mild surprise, emphasis, or affirmation. It is commonly used in informal speech, especially in British and Northern English dialects. The origin of this phrase is not precisely documented, but it has been in use for many years as a way to add emphasis or to express surprise or determination.
- By gum, I really mean it this time!
天哪, 这次我是真的这么想的!
- I looked it up, and by gum, she was right!
我查了一下,天哪,她是对的!