How to Pronounce "darnedest"
word
ˈdɑɹndɛst/, /ˈdɑɹnɛst
DARND-est
dˈɑːndəst
DAAND-uhst
Definition
Used to emphasize something surprising, extreme, or unbelievable. Often appears in the expression 'do your darnedest' (try your hardest) or 'the darnedest thing' (something very odd or unexpected).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɑɹndɛst/, /ˈdɑɹnɛst
British English
dˈɑːndəst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DARND-est
UK
DAAND-uhst
Listen in Context
He tried his darnedest to win the game.
That was the darnedest thing I've ever seen.
Kids say the darnedest things.
You have the darnedest luck—how did you win again?