in godsnaam

Dutch

Alternative forms

Adverb

in godsnaam

  1. in God's name, for God's sake
    Synonym: in hemelsnaam
    Wat gebeurt er in godsnaam? ― What in God's name is happening?
    Hou daar in godsnaam eens mee op. ― Stop that, for God's sake.

Usage notes
  • The alternative forms with -e- (in godesnaam; in Godesnaam) may be used to add emphasis.
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