How to Pronounce Dang

To pronounce "dang", say DANG — one syllable, IPA /dæŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

4

Letters

/dæŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dang”

"dang" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with bang and tang, if that helps it stick.

What does dang mean?

noun

  1. A damn, a negligible quantity, minimal consideration.

    “I don't give a dang.”

verb

  1. Damn.

adjective

  1. Damn.

Synonyms

darndurn

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Words that rhyme with dang

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bangtangharanguepangclangoverhangslanghanggangfangboomerangprang

Related words

darndamncrudslenderthinbrothelgeeztang

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dang"?▾

"Dang" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dang"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dang" is /dæŋ/.

What does "dang" mean?▾

Dang: A damn, a negligible quantity, minimal consideration.

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