interjection

hootie

Hootie (interjection) means used only in the exclamation "hootie hoo," a shout of excitement or triumph. Example: “He threw his hands up and yelled, "Hootie hoo!" when his number was called.”

interjection

Used only in the exclamation "hootie hoo," a shout of excitement or triumph.

"He threw his hands up and yelled, "Hootie hoo!" when his number was called."

How to use hootie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA celebratory shout, only ever heard as part of the phrase "hootie hoo."

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This word essentially never appears on its own — look for the full phrase "hootie hoo."

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He threw his hands up and yelled, "_____ hoo!" when his number was called.

Rhymes for hootie

pie die lie tie sie vie hie i.e. brie movie eerie moxie

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hootie” mean?

The word “hootie” means used only in the exclamation "hootie hoo," a shout of excitement or triumph. In plain terms, a celebratory shout, only ever heard as part of the phrase "hootie hoo.".

How do you use “hootie” in a sentence?

Here is “hootie” used in a sentence: “He threw his hands up and yelled, "Hootie hoo!" when his number was called.”

What part of speech is “hootie”?

“Hootie” is an interjection.

What is the meaning of hootie?

"hootie" (interjection) means used only in the exclamation "hootie hoo," a shout of excitement or triumph.