intj

damme

DA-mee

Damme (intj) means a dated exclamation of anger, frustration, or emphasis. Example: “Damme, sir, I will not be spoken to this way!" the old colonel roared.”

intj

A dated exclamation of anger, frustration, or emphasis.

""Damme, sir, I will not be spoken to this way!" the old colonel roared."

How to use damme

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn archaic, theatrical way of saying "damn it," often used to sound like an old-fashioned English gentleman losing his temper.

When to use it

Rare outside of period fiction and deliberately old-fashioned speech.

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Etymology

A fused, old-fashioned spelling of "damn me."

Rhymes for damme

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Frequently asked questions

What does “damme” mean?

The word “damme” means a dated exclamation of anger, frustration, or emphasis. In plain terms, an archaic, theatrical way of saying "damn it," often used to sound like an old-fashioned English gentleman losing his temper.

How do you pronounce “damme”?

“Damme” is pronounced DA-mee (/ˈdæmi/ in IPA).

How do you use “damme” in a sentence?

Here is “damme” used in a sentence: “"Damme, sir, I will not be spoken to this way!" the old colonel roared.”

What part of speech is “damme”?

“Damme” is an intj.