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Word

ong

Phoneticsong

/ˈɔŋ/

Definition

adv. Stands for 'on God'. You use this to show you are being completely honest or that you really mean what you are saying.

adv. Abbreviation for 'on God'. Used as an intensifier to assert the absolute truth or sincerity of a statement, typically in digital or informal speech.

Examples

“That was the best burger I've ever had, ong.”

“I didn't even see him there, ong, I was looking at my phone the whole time.”

Examples

simple

“That was the best burger I've ever had, ong.”

contextual

“I didn't even see him there, ong, I was looking at my phone the whole time.”

Usage

Sentence adverb — typically placed at the end of a clause to modify the entire statement's sincerity.

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Level
C2 · Proficiency
Frequency
Occasional
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