intj
lookit
LUU-kiht
Lookit (intj) means used to grab someone's attention before making a point, similar to "look" or "listen.". Example: “Lookit, I never said it was your fault.”
intj
1
Used to grab someone's attention before making a point, similar to "look" or "listen."
"Lookit, I never said it was your fault."
"Lookit, we need to leave in five minutes."
2
Used to direct someone's attention to something, meaning "look at that."
"Lookit that sunset!"
How to use lookit
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal way of saying "listen up" or "look at that."
When to use it
Very informal, spoken slang — never used in formal writing.
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Etymology
A casual run-together spelling of "look at (it)", reinterpreted as its own word.
Frequently asked questions
What does “lookit” mean?
The word “lookit” means used to grab someone's attention before making a point, similar to "look" or "listen.". In plain terms, an informal way of saying "listen up" or "look at that.".
How do you pronounce “lookit”?
“Lookit” is pronounced LUU-kiht (/ˈlʊkɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “lookit” in a sentence?
Here is “lookit” used in a sentence: “Lookit, I never said it was your fault.”
What part of speech is “lookit”?
“Lookit” is an intj.
How many meanings does “lookit” have?
“Lookit” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: used to grab someone's attention before making a point, similar to "look" or "listen.".
