interjection

wakey

WAY-kee

Wakey (interjection) means used playfully to tell someone to wake up. Example: “Wakey wakey!" she called, throwing open the curtains.”

interjection

Used playfully to tell someone to wake up.

""Wakey wakey!" she called, throwing open the curtains."

How to use wakey

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA cheerful, informal way of saying "wake up," usually doubled as "wakey wakey."

When to use it

Informal and playful, mainly British.

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Etymology

Clipping of Wakefield + -y

Rhymes for wakey

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Frequently asked questions

What does “wakey” mean?

The word “wakey” means used playfully to tell someone to wake up. In plain terms, a cheerful, informal way of saying "wake up," usually doubled as "wakey wakey.".

How do you pronounce “wakey”?

“Wakey” is pronounced WAY-kee (/ˈweɪ.ki/ in IPA).

How do you use “wakey” in a sentence?

Here is “wakey” used in a sentence: “"Wakey wakey!" she called, throwing open the curtains.”

What part of speech is “wakey”?

“Wakey” is an interjection.