Synonyms for

Gonna

Verb / ˈgɑ:nʌ / Another word for gonna — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Gonna is a short form of the phrase 'going to'. It is used to express something that will happen in the future.

Synonyms & similar words

will shall anticipating

Synonyms by register

Formal

intend to plan to suppose to be scheduled to

Informal

wanna gotta hafta fixin' to

Antonyms

refuse decline abstain forbear resist neglect shirk

Common collocations

  • going to do
  • going to be
  • going to get
  • going to have
  • going to make
  • going to see
  • going to take

Usage note

"Gonna" is a very common informal contraction of "going to." It should be avoided in formal writing and speaking.

Example sentences

  1. I'm gonna go to the park tomorrow.
  2. She's gonna bake cookies for the party.
  3. They're gonna watch a movie tonight.
  4. He's gonna play soccer after school.
  5. We're gonna visit grandma on Sunday.

Quotes

  • Dream as if you'll live forever. Live as if you'll die today.
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do.
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there.

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