bup bup bup

English

Alternative forms

• up bup bup, eh eh eh

Etymology

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Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /bʌp̚bʌp̚bʌp̚/

Interjection

bup bup bup

1. An exclamation conveying a meaning equivalent to "wait"!

   Bup bup bup! Don't go just yet. You forgot something.

Usage notes

• Generally used by those in a position of authority over the intended listener, such as a parent to a child, and may be perceived as patronizing or disrespectful in other contexts.
• The number of syllables often varies.

Translations

warning expression

• Finnish: äp-päp