Oops: meaning, definitions and examples

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oops

 

[ สŠps ]

Interjection
Context #1 | Interjection

casual expression

The term 'oops' is commonly used to express a small mistake or an error that is often humorous or lighthearted. It is an informal exclamation that indicates a slip-up or an accident that is not severe but is worth acknowledging. People use it when they realize they have done something wrong, such as dropping something or making a verbal mistake. The expression is often accompanied by a smile or a laugh, making it a polite way to address a slight blunder.

Synonyms

my bad, oh no, uh-oh, whoops

Examples of usage

  • Oops, I dropped my phone!
  • Oops, I forgot to send that email.
  • Oops! I spilled the milk.
  • Oops, I didn't mean to say that!
  • Oops, I clicked the wrong link.

Translations

Translations of the word "oops" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ops

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคซเฅเคซ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช ups

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ups

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัƒะฟั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ups

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ†ใฃใทใ™

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท oups

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ups

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท oops

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜คops

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูˆุจุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ups

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ups

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ“Žๅ‘€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ups

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ oops

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัƒะฟั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒžแƒก

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ups

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ups

Etymology

The word 'oops' emerged in English around the mid-20th century and is believed to be an abbreviation or a variation of 'whoops', which itself dates back to the early 1900s. The sound of 'oops' mimics a natural reaction to unexpected incidents, making it very instinctive and easily adopted across various English-speaking cultures. Its use reflects a lighthearted approach to mistakes, indicating a sense of forgiveness and relatability. As language evolved, 'oops' became widely recognized and entrenched in everyday dialogue, often utilized in both spoken and written communication to address minor mishaps without causing serious embarrassment. Over the decades, the expression has remained relevant, thanks to its versatility and the ability to convey a sense of humor in light of small mistakes.