in godsnaam

Dutch

Alternative forms

• in Godsnaam, in godesnaam, in Godesnaam

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.