Yuk: meaning, definitions and examples

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yuk

 

[ jสŒk ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

expressing disgust

To 'yuk' is to express strong dislike or disgust about something. It is often used informally to convey a reaction to an unpleasant sight, smell, or situation.

Synonyms

disgust, gross out, repulse

Examples of usage

  • She yuk-ed at the spoiled food.
  • The smell from the garbage made him yuk.
  • I always yuk when I see bugs.
  • Yuk! That looks disgusting!
  • Don't yuk at my cooking; it's just a different style!

Translations

Translations of the word "yuk" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น yuk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคฒเฅเคŸเฅ€ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช kotzen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ muntah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะปัŽะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wymiotowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅใ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vomir

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vomitar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kusmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ตฌํ† ํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู‚ูŠุค

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zvracet

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zvracaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‘•ๅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bruhati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gola

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑััƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ˜แƒฎแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qusmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vomitar

Etymology

The expression 'yuk' originated as an exclamation representing disgust and is often used in informal settings. Although its exact etymology is hard to trace, it likely mimics the sound that people make when they are repulsed or find something unappealing. It's common in English-speaking regions and has been adopted into popular culture, frequently found in cartoons, movies, and informal speech. The term can be used either as a verb or an interjection, showcasing its versatility in casual conversations. Over time, the word has remained part of the vernacular, especially among younger speakers, who may use it in a playful or exaggerated manner.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,292, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.