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UK//aɪ dɪd bæd//US//aɪ dɪd bæd//

Meaning of I did bad

To admit to performing poorly in a situation.

In simple words: I did something wrong or poorly.

I did bad in a sentence

  • After forgetting my lines, I did bad during the play.
  • I did bad on my math test and need to study harder.
  • When I arrived late, I knew I did bad in my job interview.
  • I did bad in the game, missing all my shots.
  • Overall, I felt like I did bad with my presentation.

How to use I did bad

Used in casual conversation to express regret or acknowledgment of a mistake. Not suitable for formal writing or speech.

Grammar pattern

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Memory hint

Think of 'bad' as a way to indicate trouble, like a 'bad' grade.

Related words

Collocations with I did bad

  • did bad on a test
  • did bad in school
  • did bad during the exam

Synonyms for I did bad

  • I messed up
  • I failed
  • I was wrong
  • I flopped
  • I goofed

Common mistakes with I did bad

  • Confused with 'I did badly' for grammatical correctness.
  • 'Bad' used instead of 'badly' in formal contexts.

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Frequently asked questions about I did bad

What does I did bad mean?

I did something wrong or poorly.

What is the definition of I did bad?

To admit to performing poorly in a situation.

How do you use I did bad in a sentence?

After forgetting my lines, I did bad during the play.

Can you give another example of I did bad?

I did bad on my math test and need to study harder.

What are synonyms for I did bad?

Common alternatives include I messed up, I failed, I was wrong, I flopped, I goofed.

What words go with I did bad?

It commonly pairs with did bad on a test, did bad in school, did bad during the exam.

What are common mistakes when using I did bad?

Confused with 'I did badly' for grammatical correctness. 'Bad' used instead of 'badly' in formal contexts.

How do you pronounce I did bad?

US: //aɪ dɪd bæd//, UK: //aɪ dɪd bæd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is I did bad formal or informal?

"I did bad" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use I did bad?

Used in casual conversation to express regret or acknowledgment of a mistake. Not suitable for formal writing or speech.