whoops
word
/ˈhwups/
woops
/wˈuːps/
woops
Definition
An informal exclamation used when you make a small mistake, drop something, or something unexpected happens.
Usage & Nuances
'Whoops' is informal and friendly, often said after accidents or mistakes. Used mainly in speech, not writing. Can be used alone or to start an apology. Don't use in formal situations.
Spanish: uy - ups - ¡ay!Portuguese (BR): ops - eita - oopsPortuguese (PT): ops - ups - uiChinese (Simplified): 哎呀 - 哎呦Chinese (Traditional): 哎呀 - 哎喲Hindi: अरे - ओहArabic: أوه - عفواًBengali: উফ - ওপসRussian: ой - упсJapanese: おっと - うっかりVietnamese: ôi - úiKorean: 앗 - 어머Turkish: ayy - hopUrdu: اوہIndonesian: ups - waduh
Example Sentences
Whoops, I dropped my pencil.
basic
Whoops, I forgot your birthday!
basic
Whoops! That was the wrong number.
basic
Whoops, spilled my coffee again. Guess I need a new mug.
natural
Whoops—didn’t see that step!
natural
Whoops, my bad! I’ll fix it right away.
natural