caramba
Caramba (intj) means an exclamation of surprise, frustration, or dismay — similar to "wow" or "darn.". Example: “Caramba!" she shouted when she saw the mess in the kitchen.”
How to use caramba
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA mild exclamation of shock or annoyance, borrowed from Spanish.
Casual and often used humorously in English, much like "yikes" or "good grief."
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"_____!" she shouted when she saw the mess in the kitchen.
Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish caramba, a polite substitute for a much ruder Spanish swear word.
Rhymes for caramba
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What does “caramba” mean?
The word “caramba” means an exclamation of surprise, frustration, or dismay — similar to "wow" or "darn.". In plain terms, a mild exclamation of shock or annoyance, borrowed from Spanish.
How do you pronounce “caramba”?
“Caramba” is pronounced ka-RAM-ba ([kaˈɹam.ba] in IPA).
How do you use “caramba” in a sentence?
Here is “caramba” used in a sentence: “"Caramba!" she shouted when she saw the mess in the kitchen.”
What part of speech is “caramba”?
“Caramba” is an intj.
Where does the word “caramba” come from?
The word “caramba” comes from Spanish. Borrowed from Spanish caramba, a polite substitute for a much ruder Spanish swear word.
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