dang
interj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈdæŋ// UK //dˈæŋ// dang
interj. a word you use to show you are annoyed, surprised, or disappointed. It is a softer, more polite way to say a swear word.
interj. an exclamation used to express mild frustration, annoyance, or surprise. It serves as a euphemism for 'damn' and is common in informal North American English.
Dang, I forgot my keys in the car.
Dang, I really thought we were going to win that game in the final minute.
While some might reach for a stronger expletive when their computer crashes, he usually just mutters a quiet 'dang' and starts the reboot process.
Usage
Used as a standalone exclamation or as an adjective to add emphasis to a feeling of annoyance.