my

my¹ W1S1 [maı] determiner [possessive form of 'I']

1.) used by the person who is speaking to show that something belongs to or is connected with himself or herself

▪ Have you seen my car keys?

▪ My mother phoned last night.

▪ I'm sure you don't want to listen to all my problems.

▪ Even my own family wouldn't believe me.

▪ an apartment of my own

2.) my goodness/my God etc

used when you are surprised or shocked about something

▪ Oh my God! I've missed the train.

3.) my dear/darling/love etc

used when talking or writing to someone that you love or like a lot

▪ Happy Birthday, my love.

my ²

my² interjection

used when you are surprised, ↑impressed, or upset

▪ My! Look at the size of that tree!

▪ 'It's 3:30.' ' Oh my , I'm going to be late!'