verb
bip
Bip (verb) means to make a short, sharp beeping or blipping noise. Example: “The microwave bipped twice to say dinner was ready.”
verb
1
To make a short, sharp beeping or blipping noise.
"The microwave bipped twice to say dinner was ready."
"Her phone bipped with a low-battery warning."
2
To give someone a quick, light hit or tap.
"He bipped his brother on the arm to get his attention."
How to use bip
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA short, snappy beep sound, or a light tap — an informal word that copies the noise or gesture it names.
When to use it
Very casual and mostly spoken; you would not use it in formal writing.
Common pairings
bip twice
bip someone on the arm
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- bips
- Past tense
- bipped
Etymology
An imitative word — it simply mimics the short, sharp sound it describes, much like "beep" or "blip."
Frequently asked questions
What does “bip” mean?
The word “bip” means to make a short, sharp beeping or blipping noise. In plain terms, a short, snappy beep sound, or a light tap — an informal word that copies the noise or gesture it names.
How do you use “bip” in a sentence?
Here is “bip” used in a sentence: “The microwave bipped twice to say dinner was ready.”
What part of speech is “bip”?
“Bip” is a verb.
How many meanings does “bip” have?
“Bip” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make a short, sharp beeping or blipping noise.
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