How to Pronounce Oops

To pronounce "oops", say OOPS — one syllable, IPA /uːps/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

4

Letters

/uːps/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “oops”

"oops" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with troops and groups, if that helps it stick.

What does oops mean?

noun

  1. A minor mistake or unforseen difficulty.

verb

  1. To make a mistake; to blunder.

interjection

  1. Acknowledging a mistake.

    “Oops! I left the lid off the ketchup.”

Synonyms

oopsyuh-ohwhoopswhoops-a-daisy

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Words that rhyme with oops

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

troopsgroupswhoopsparatroopsnincompoopspoopsdrupeshoopsloopsscoopscoopsdupes

Related words

sorryagencywhoopsiealasbullsjeepersunrwawhoops

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "oops"?▾

"Oops" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "oops"?▾

The IPA transcription of "oops" is /uːps/.

What does "oops" mean?▾

Oops: A minor mistake or unforseen difficulty.

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