also: だーめ
na-adjective, noun
Describes something that is not functioning, not acceptable, or of poor quality. Often used in everyday speech to reject or criticize.
このペンはもうだめだ。
This pen is no good anymore.
だめ
Please let me know if there is anything wrong.
na-adjective, noun
Used when a situation or effort is futile, or when something is beyond saving. Often carries a nuance of resignation.
もうだめだと思ったけど、最後まで頑張った。
I thought it was hopeless, but I kept trying until the end.
せっかくの努力がだめになった。
All that effort went to waste.
na-adjective, noun
Expresses prohibition or impossibility. Commonly used in rules, warnings, and everyday refusals. Often followed by だ/です or used as だめだ.
ここでタバコを吸ってはだめです。
You must not smoke here.
もう待てない。だめだ。
I can't wait any longer. It's no use.
noun
neutral point (go)
In the game of Go, a point that belongs to neither player at the end of the game. Technical term.
終局後、盤上の駄目を埋める。
After the game ends, fill in the neutral points on the board.
interjection
Interjection used to firmly refuse, forbid, or stop someone. Often spoken with emphasis.
だめ！触らないで！
No! Don't touch it!
だめだめ、そんなことしちゃ。
No, no, you can't do that.