VocabJLPT N3
damn
NounPrefixな-AdjectiveAdverb

Definitions

  1. 1. damn
  2. 2. damn it
  3. 3. feces
  4. 4. damn
This is a vulgar slang term meaning excrement, but it is commonly used as an intensifier or insult, similar to "damn" or "crap" in English. It can express strong frustration, disgust, or be used to emphasize something negatively. Be aware that it is very rude and inappropriate in formal situations.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I dropped my keys at the front door and muttered, "Damn, not again."

Sentence 2

"Damn, I lost," he said, looking frustrated.

Sentence 3

He kept saying "damn" the whole time, but he saw it through to the end.

Sentence 4

It's going on again tomorrow? I'm afraid I'm going to say "damn" out loud.

Sentence 5

After the meeting, I heard someone whisper "damn" in the hallway.