しまった (shimatta)
What does しまった (shimatta) mean? しまった (shimatta) is a Japanese mild that translates to “damn / oh no / oops / darn it” in English.
Literal Translation
done/finished (regretful)
Meaning & Usage
"damn / oh no / oops / darn it"
Expression of regret when making mistake.
Examples in the Wild
しまった！鍵を忘れた！(Shimatta! Kagi wo wasureta! - Damn! I forgot my keys!)
When to Use It
Context
- Casual conversations with friends
- Informal settings where profanity is accepted
- As a spontaneous exclamation
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
NOT truly profanity. Mild as 'oops' or 'darn.' Acceptable for children. Comes from verb 'shimau' (to finish). 'Shimatta' implies 'I've done it now' or 'I messed up.' Kansai variant: 'shimota.'
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