Pronunciation: [ɡˈɒtən mˈad] (IPA) 
The spelling of the phrase "gotten mad" follows American English conventions. In IPA phonetic transcription, the pronunciation sounds like /ˈɡɑt.ən mæd/. "Gotten" is the past participle of "get" and is commonly used in American English, while in British English, "got" is preferred. "Mad" is pronounced as /mæd/ and means angry or furious. Therefore, "gotten mad" means to become angry, annoyed, or irritated about something.
"Gotten mad" refers to an expression commonly used to describe an individual's state of anger or frustration. The phrase is derived from the verb "get," which here signifies the act of becoming or experiencing a particular emotion, and the adjective "mad," which denotes an intense form of anger. When someone has "gotten mad," it implies that they have reached a point of heightened agitation, where their emotions have erupted and manifested as anger.
This phrase can be used to describe various degrees or intensities of anger, ranging from mild annoyance to extreme rage. The exact interpretation of the term depends on the context and individual perspectives. "Gotten mad" is often employed to describe sudden or unexpected bursts of anger, indicating a change in a person's emotional state. It suggests that the individual was not initially angry, but due to certain circumstances, they experienced a shift in mood and became upset.
The phrase is colloquial and may be more commonly used in informal speech rather than formal writing. It is widely used in everyday conversations, storytelling, or informal descriptions of personal experiences. "Gotten mad" is recognizable and relatable to many English speakers, especially in regions where colloquial phrases are prevalent.
The phrase "gotten mad" originated from the Middle English word "geten" which means "to obtain" or "to acquire". In Old English, the word "mād" was used to describe someone who was "insane" or "mentally ill". Over time, the phrase "geten mād" evolved and transformed into "gotten mad", which now commonly means "to have become angry" in contemporary English usage.
