whoopsa
/ˈ(h)wupsə/
exclamation
informal
Alternative spelling: whoopsah
1. Used to express pleasant surprise upon realizing that a seemingly unfortunate event turned out to have positive consequences.
2. Signifies a positive twist or unexpected benefit arising from an apparently negative situation.
3. Exclamation recognizing one's own silly mistake or self-own.
Etymology: Early 21st century. Blend of "whoops" (expression of mistake) and "ah" (indicating realization).
/ˈ(h)wupsə/
exclamation
informal
Alternative spelling: whoopsah
1. Used to express pleasant surprise upon realizing that a seemingly unfortunate event turned out to have positive consequences.
2. Signifies a positive twist or unexpected benefit arising from an apparently negative situation.
3. Exclamation recognizing one's own silly mistake or self-own.
Etymology: Early 21st century. Blend of "whoops" (expression of mistake) and "ah" (indicating realization).
"I missed my flight, but it led to me meeting my future spouse at the airport bar. Whoopsa!"
"I accidentally put salt in my coffee instead of sugar. Whoopsa! That sure woke me up!"
"I accidentally put salt in my coffee instead of sugar. Whoopsa! That sure woke me up!"
by davespire April 12, 2024