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Whoopee: meaning, definitions and examples

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whoopee

 

[ หˆhสŠpi ]

Interjection / Noun
Context #1 | Interjection

expression of joy

Whoopee is an interjection used to express excitement or joy. It conveys a sense of celebrating or enjoying a particular moment. The expression is often used in a playful or exuberant context, signaling happiness or triumph. It is commonly shouted out loud, emphasizing the thrilling nature of the occasion.

Synonyms

hooray, hurray, woohoo, yay

Examples of usage

  • Whoopee! We won the game!
  • She shouted, 'Whoopee!' when she got the job.
  • After hearing the news, everyone was like, 'Whoopee!'
Context #2 | Noun

celebration

As a noun, whoopee refers to a lively celebration or a fun activity, often involving a large group of people. It denotes a spirit of gaiety, laughter, and enjoyment, frequently associated with parties or festive gatherings. This usage underscores the idea of letting loose and reveling in merriment.

Synonyms

celebration, festivity, party

Examples of usage

  • We had a whoopee to celebrate the occasion.
  • The party turned into a real whoopee with dancing and games.
  • It was a whoopee, with everyone enjoying the night.

Translations

Translations of the word "whoopee" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น euforia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคฒเฅเคฒเคพเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Jubel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kegembiraan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐั…ะฒะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ euforia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ–œใณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท euphorie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ euforia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท coลŸku

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ ์พŒํ•จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุจุชู‡ุงุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ euforie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ eufรณria

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฌขๅ‘ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ evforija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fagna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ัƒะฐะฝั‹ัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒฎแƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sevinรง

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ euforia

Etymology

The term 'whoopee' has its origins in the early 20th century, and its usage has evolved over time. The word is thought to be derived from the American English term 'hoopla', which conveys a sense of excitement and celebration. The playful nature of 'whoopee' capturing the spirit of joy and amusement became increasingly popular in the 1920s and 1930s, often associated with the lively culture of that era, including jazz music and energetic dance styles. Over the decades, it has made its way into various forms of media and pop culture, reinforcing its association with joyful expressions and celebrations. Today, 'whoopee' is an established part of colloquial English, often used to reflect enthusiasm and delight in diverse social contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,850, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.