General
darn tootin'
What does darn tootin' mean?
An emphatic, wholesome way to say 'you bet' or 'damn right.'
"Are we going up north this weekend? Darn tootin' we are."
Origin
Minced-oath American idiom common in the Upper Midwest.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'darn tootin'' mean?
It's an emphatic, wholesome way to agree, meaning 'you bet' or 'absolutely right.'
Is 'darn tootin'' rude?
No; it's a minced oath standing in for 'damn right,' keeping it family-friendly, and is common in Upper Midwest speech.
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