Yikes: meaning, definitions and examples

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yikes

 

[ jaษชks ]

Interjection
Context #1 | Interjection

surprise, concern

Yikes is an informal exclamation used to express surprise, alarm, or concern. It is often used in casual conversations to convey a sense of discomfort or realization of an unpleasant situation.

Synonyms

oh no, oops, wow.

Examples of usage

  • Yikes! That was a close call.
  • Yikes! I forgot about the meeting.
  • Yikes! That price is outrageous!

Translations

Translations of the word "yikes" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น uau

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคฐเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช wow

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ wow

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ oj

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ†ใ‚ใ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ouah

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vaya

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท vay

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์™€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠุง ุฅู„ู‡ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jรฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ“‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ uh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vรก

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัƒะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vay

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ uy

Etymology

The word 'yikes' is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, first appearing in print in the 1950s. It is an onomatopoeic expression, designed to convey a sense of panic or alarm. Its roots can be traced back to earlier expressions of fear or surprise, and over the decades, 'yikes' has evolved into a frequently used term in spoken English, particularly among younger generations. The playful and informal nature of 'yikes' makes it a popular choice for expressing lighthearted exasperation or worry, often in reaction to ridiculous or shocking situations. Its versatile usage in both spoken and written contexts showcases its enduring presence in contemporary vernacular.