How to Pronounce Goddamn

To pronounce "goddamn", say GODD-amn — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɒd.dæm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Accent

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡɒd.dæm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “goddamn”

"goddamn" has 2 syllables: godd-amn. It rhymes with sham and damn, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: goddam — easy to mix up when writing.

What does goddamn mean?

adjective

  1. Damned by God.
  2. Used as an intensifier.

    “Where's the goddamn cartridge?”

interjection

  1. An expression of anger, surprise, intense excitment or frustration.

Synonyms

dadgumgorramgoddamnedgodsdamngods damn

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Words that rhyme with goddamn

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shamdamncramprogramslamramclamdamjamepigramlamlamb

Related words

blameddeuceddarneddamnedcurstcurseddamnblame

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "goddamn"?▾

"Goddamn" has 2 syllables: godd · amn.

What is the IPA transcription of "goddamn"?▾

The IPA transcription of "goddamn" is /ˈɡɒd.dæm/.

What does "goddamn" mean?▾

Goddamn: Damned by God.

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