Stang

/STANG/ interjection/noun

≈ “Damn / Hell

An Alderaanian expletive. One of the oldest invented swear words in the Star Wars expanded universe.

Stang! We've been discovered!
Various Alderaanian characters

Etymology

Introduced as an Alderaanian curse in the very first Star Wars expanded universe novel. One of the earliest attempts to create Star Wars-specific profanity.

Usage History

First appeared in 1978, making it one of the oldest Star Wars profanities. Used subsequently in novels, comic books, and games across decades of Star Wars publishing.

Taboo Trajectory

Has remained at a consistent mild-to-moderate level throughout its history. Never became as prominent as kriff or even karabast.

Semantic Drift Timeline

Remained a mild expletive throughout its usage. Never evolved beyond its original function.

Regional Notes

Alderaanian in origin. After Alderaan's destruction, the word presumably survived among the diaspora.

Real-World Euphemisms

DamnBlastDangHeck