Pronunciation: [bɪdˈam] (IPA) 
The word "bedamn" is spelled with five letters: b-e-d-a-m-n. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /bɪˈdæm/, which indicates that the first syllable is stressed and the "m" sound is nasal. The origin of this word is from the Old English "bedæman", which means "to condemn". However, it is currently considered to be obsolete and rarely used in modern English.
Bedamn is a verb of archaic and somewhat vulgar origins, which refers to the act of cursing or condemning someone or something vehemently. The term originated from the Middle English verb "bedeman" or "bidden" meaning "to pray" or "to request," which gradually evolved to encompass a more negative connotation.
To bedamn implies a passionate expression of disapproval, often accompanied by profanity or strong language. It denotes a fervent condemnation or damnation of a person, an action, or a situation. This term implies a sense of wrath or intense anger, reflecting the speaker's desire to invoke divine retribution or ill fate upon the target of their discontent.
The usage of "bedamn" is now considered obsolete and archaic, as its usage has significantly diminished over time. In contemporary language, expressions with similar sentiments are often substituted with more socially acceptable terms to convey strong disapproval or criticism. While the word itself may not be commonly used, its existence in the historical context of the English language serves as a reminder of the evolution of vocabulary and the changing societal standards surrounding language and etiquette.
The word "bedamn" is a compound word formed by combining the prefix "be-" and the verb "damn".
The prefix "be-" in Old English originally denoted a sense of "by", "near", or "around". Over time, it developed into an intensifying prefix, often used to intensify the meaning of the verb it is attached to.
The word "damn" comes from the Latin word "damnare", which means "to condemn" or "to inflict punishment upon". It entered Old English as "deman", which primarily meant "to condemn" or "to pass judgment" at that time. Eventually, "damn" evolved to specifically convey the idea of eternal punishment or spiritual condemnation.
When "be-" is combined with "damn" in "bedamn", the prefix intensifies the sense of the verb, suggesting a more severe or intense damnation or condemnation.
