Yelp: meaning, definitions and examples

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yelp

 

[ jɛlp ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

online reviews

Yelp is a website and mobile app that connects people with great local businesses. Users can read and write reviews, browse photos, and find deals on the platform.

Synonyms

business directory, review platform

Examples of usage

  • Let's check Yelp to find the best restaurants in town.
  • I always rely on Yelp for honest reviews before trying out a new place.
Context #2 | Verb

expressing pain or distress

To yelp means to make a sudden, sharp cry as a result of pain or distress. It is often associated with animals or humans experiencing sudden discomfort.

Synonyms

cry out, squeal

Examples of usage

  • The dog yelped when it accidentally stepped on a thorn.
  • She yelped in surprise when the cold water touched her skin.

Translations

Translations of the word "yelp" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gritar

🇮🇳 चिल्लाना

🇩🇪 aufheulen

🇮🇩 menjerit

🇺🇦 вити

🇵🇱 wyć

🇯🇵 吠える

🇫🇷 hurler

🇪🇸 aullar

🇹🇷 uluma

🇰🇷 울부짖다

🇸🇦 يصرخ

🇨🇿 kvílet

🇸🇰 vyť

🇨🇳 嚎叫

🇸🇮 zavijati

🇮🇸 ýla

🇰🇿 ұлу

🇬🇪 ყმუილი

🇦🇿 ulamaq

🇲🇽 aullar

Etymology

The term 'Yelp' originated in the early 2000s as the name for the popular online review platform. It quickly gained popularity as a trusted source for consumer reviews of businesses. The verb form of 'yelp' has been in use for centuries, originally referring to the sharp cry of a dog or other animal. Over time, it has evolved to include human expressions of pain or surprise.

See also: yelping.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,378, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.