yippee

== English == === Alternative forms === yipee, yippie === Etymology === Of imitative origin. Perhaps an extension and modification of hip (interjection). Compare Dutch joepie (“yippee”). === Pronunciation === (US) IPA(key): /ˌjɪˈpi/ Rhymes: -iː === Interjection === yippee Used to express excitement or joy. Synonyms: whee, whoopee, yay, yeah, yippee ki-yay ==== Derived terms ==== yippee ki-yay yippee skippy yippee creature ==== Translations ==== === References ===