godverdomme
What does “godverdomme” mean in English?
It's a strong exclamation that translates to 'God damn,' often used to express frustration or anger.
Literally “God damn”
Similar to saying 'goddammit' in English, it's typically used as an exclamation and can be particularly offensive to religious individuals.
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