damn in English
- damn⇄adj., adv. damned.
- damn⇄damn, verb, noun, adjective, adverb, interjection.
- damn⇄expr. damn with faint praise. See under praise.
- damn⇄interj. an exclamation of anger or annoyance.
- damn⇄noun damner.
- damn⇄noun 1. a saying of ""damn""; curse.
2. (Informal.) a trifle; the merest bit; hoot; straw.
Ex. not care or give a damn, not worth a damn. - damn⇄v.i. to say ""damn""; curse.
- damn⇄v.t. 1. to declare (something) to be bad or inferior; condemn.
Ex. The critics damned the new book.
(SYN) denounce, proscribe, execrate.
2. to cause to fail; ruin.
Ex. Lack of funds damned the project from its beginning. Hence,
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Damn
Part of Speech
Verb, Interjection, Noun, Adjective, Adverb
Pronunciation
IPA: /dæm/
Phonetic: DAM
Definitions
- Verb: To condemn someone or something to punishment or eternal suffering.
- Interjection: An exclamation expressing frustration, anger, or surprise.
- Noun: Something of little value ("I don’t give a damn").
- Adjective: Used to emphasize negativity ("a damn shame").
- Adverb: Used for emphasis ("damn good").
Usage Examples
- "He was damned to an eternity of suffering."
- "Damn! I forgot my keys."
- "I don’t give a damn about your excuses."
- "That’s a damn shame."
- "This cake tastes damn good."
Etymology
From Old French "damner," derived from Latin "damnare," meaning "to condemn, sentence, or inflict loss upon." First recorded in English in the 13th century.
Synonyms
- Condemn
- Curse
- Blame
- Doom
- Denounce
Antonyms
- Bless
- Praise
- Forgive
- Approve
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Maldecir | mal.deˈθir |
| French | Damner | da.mne |
| German | Verdammen | fɛɐ̯ˈdamən |
| Hindi | शाप देना | shaap dena |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 诅咒 | zǔ zhòu |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /dæm/
- American English: /dæm/
- Australian English: /dæm/
Historical Usage
The word "damn" has been used since medieval times primarily in religious contexts to refer to condemnation to hell. Over time, it evolved into a general expression of frustration and emphasis in everyday speech.
Cultural Nuances
In some cultures, the word "damn" is considered mild profanity, while in others, it carries stronger religious and moral weight. In formal settings, its use is often discouraged.
More Information
Originally used in religious contexts, "damn" has become a common part of colloquial English. Despite its origins as a curse, it is now widely used as an expletive or intensifier. In literature, film, and media, it has transitioned from being a strong taboo word to a relatively mild swear word, depending on context and audience.