dammit
word
/ˈdæmɪt/
DA-mit
/dˈæmɪt/
DA-mit
Definition
An informal swear word used to show anger, frustration, or disappointment. People usually say it when something goes wrong or when they are annoyed.
Usage & Nuances
This is mildly to moderately offensive and more emotional than precise. Common in sudden reactions like after making a mistake or hearing bad news. It is less strong than 'goddammit' for many speakers, but still inappropriate in formal settings. Often written as 'dammit' or 'damn it'.
Spanish: ¡mierda! - ¡maldita sea!Portuguese (BR): droga! - merda! - maldição!Portuguese (PT): porra! - merda! - bolas!Chinese (Simplified): 该死! - 可恶!Chinese (Traditional): 該死! - 可惡!Hindi: धत्! - कमबख्त! - धिक्कार है!Arabic: اللعنة! - تبًّا!Bengali: ধুর - ধ্যাত্তেরিRussian: чёрт - блинJapanese: くそ - ちくしょうVietnamese: chết tiệt - quỷ thậtKorean: 젠장 - 제기랄Turkish: kahretsin - lanet olsunUrdu: کمبخت - لعنت ہےIndonesian: sialan - sial
Example Sentences
Dammit, I dropped my phone.
basic
Dammit, we're late again.
basic
Dammit, I forgot my keys.
basic
Dammit, I knew this would happen.
natural
Oh, dammit — the file didn't save.
natural
Dammit, why does this keep happening to me?
natural