On God definition 1
A slang phrase declaring one's hope or plan is left "in God's hands." In financial contexts, saying you'll do something "on God" implies you trust God to provide the means.
"I go buy house next year, on God. (English, meaning "I will buy a house next year – God willing.")"
On God definition 2
An expression of trust that with God's help, one will succeed. In hustle culture it's used to assert confidence in an outcome. Essentially, 'I swear/hope – God willing, this will work.'
"I'll be a millionaire one day, on God. (Meaning: I'm determined I'll be a millionaire one day – God as my witness.)"
On God definition 3
I swear, seriously
"On God, I didn't do it"
On God definition 4
To leave something in God's hands or to affirm sincerity (like swearing by God). It's also used as a hopeful sign-off
"You go get that job, bro. – On God! (You'll get that job, bro. – I'm trusting God on it!)"
On God definition 5
I swear to God (Truly)
"On God, I no lie (I swear to God, I'm not lying)"
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- August 2025
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A slang phrase declaring one's hope or plan is left "in God's hands." In financial contexts, saying you'll do something "on God" implies you trust God…
I swear, seriously
أون جاد - On God
I swear to God/For real (I swear)
I swear, seriously
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