damn
Translation
to condemn, to curse
Examples
Damn! I left my wallet at home.
Damn! I've left my wallet at home.
It's a damn shame you have to leave.
It's a damn shame you have to leave.
This is damn good coffee.
This is damn good coffee.
The critics will damn the film for its plot.
The critics will damn the film for its plot.
Grammar Patterns
to damn ((sb./sth.)) to condemn (sb./sth.) The movie was damned by the critics.
damn + adjective/adverb very (informal) This is damn expensive.
a damn + noun used for emphasis (informal) It's a damn nuisance.
Damn! interjection to express anger Damn! I lost again.
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Etymology
From Latin 'damnare' meaning 'to inflict loss upon', related to 'damnum' (damage, loss).
Memory Tips
A versatile word for strong negative emphasis. Used as an interjection, adjective, and adverb. Use with caution as it can be considered offensive.