NYT Dictionary

KABOOM

/kəˈbuːm/
NounInterjectionVerbka-BOOMka-boom · 2 syllablesCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2025, 2026

Meaning

The sound of an explosion, typically seen in comic strips or heard in a light-hearted conversation.

Etymology

Origin: Italian

From ka- + boom. Compare kerboom. Consider Italian tapum.

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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