I'mma

American  

[ahym-uh] / ˈaɪm ə /

Imma, or I’ma

1. Informal. I’m going to; I’m gonna.

   I’mma get these kids ’round here on the right track again.

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Etymology

Origin of I'mma

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

“I’m definitely gonna buy some more. I mean I should wear it everyday, it’s like body armor for women. Call it fate or Jesus, but I’mma call it Kim. I’mma call it Kim for sure.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 18, 2023

“So, man, just send over your resume. 17 years. Damn. But I’mma make sure I get you in front of the right grill, brother.”

From Washington Times • Apr. 25, 2023

"I mean, he's my quarterback. He's my guy. He stuck by us, I'mma stick by him," Garrett told TMZ Sports in a recent interview.

From Fox News • Feb. 27, 2022

I would just watch these guys work and even small things that they would do, I’d say, ooh, I’mma steal that.

From New York Times • Jan. 5, 2022

"Ain't nobody trying to be Bolt. I'mma be better than Bolt. Plus, at least I got on running clothes. You out here in your daddy's gear pretending to be something you not."

From "Ghost" by Jason Reynolds