NYT Dictionary

YIPPEE

/ˌjɪˈpi/
Interjectionyip-PEEyip-pee · 2 syllablesCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2021, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

Used to express excitement or joy.

Etymology

Origin: Dutch

Of imitative origin. Perhaps an extension and modification of hip (interjection). Compare Dutch joepie (“yippee”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

wheewhoopeeyayyeahyippee ki-yayalleluiaapplausecheercryhallelujah

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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