Dang/dæŋ/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Expressing Annoyance Dang is often used to show mild irritation or annoyance without being rude. Dang, I missed the bus again. Pro Tip 2/3Replacing Swear Words Use 'dang' to avoid swearing in settings where cursing is inappropriate or offensive. Dang it, that was my last pencil! Pro Tip 3/3Casual Conversations 'Dang' is best used with friends or in casual settings, not in formal situations. Dang, you really got me with that joke!