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ope

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Ope (interjection) means an exclamation of mild surprise or embarrassment, similar to "oops.". Example: “Ope, sorry, I didn't see you there.”

interjection

1

An exclamation of mild surprise or embarrassment, similar to "oops."

"Ope, sorry, I didn't see you there."

"Ope, I think I dropped my keys."

noun

1

A narrow lane or alley running between buildings (mainly a dialect word in parts of England).

"The cottages backed onto a dark little ope leading to the river."

How to use ope

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual, folksy way of saying "oops" or "whoops" when you bump into something or someone.

When to use it

Very informal and regional (especially US Midwest); avoid in formal writing.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: opes
Third person singular: opes
Past tense: oped
Comparative: more ope
Superlative: most ope

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Etymology

Thought to come from saying "oh" with the mouth snapping shut, adding a "p" sound — the same pattern as "yep," "nope," and "welp."

Rhymes for ope

pope mope rope dope hope lope nope cope trope slope grope scope

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ope” mean?

The word “ope” means an exclamation of mild surprise or embarrassment, similar to "oops.". In plain terms, a casual, folksy way of saying "oops" or "whoops" when you bump into something or someone.

How do you pronounce “ope”?

“Ope” is pronounced ohp (/oʊp/ in IPA).

How do you use “ope” in a sentence?

Here is “ope” used in a sentence: “Ope, sorry, I didn't see you there.”

What part of speech is “ope”?

Depending on how it is used, “ope” can be an interjection and a noun.

How many meanings does “ope” have?

“Ope” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an exclamation of mild surprise or embarrassment, similar to "oops.".