Verdammt!
Damn it!
Language note: This can express frustration or annoyance similarly to 'damn' in English.
Culture note: It is generally considered less offensive than some other curses.
Context: Your friend arrives late to meet you, causing you to miss the beginning of a movie.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Verdammt
[fair-dammt]
damn
Used to show annoyance or surprise.
Verdammt, ich habe den Bus verpasst!
Damn, I missed the bus!
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