interjection
yup
yuhp
interjection
1
An informal way of saying yes.
""Yup, that's the one," he said, pointing at the map."
noun
1
A casual yes or affirmative answer.
"She gave a quick yup and kept walking."
How to Use Yup
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When to use it
Very informal — used in speech and texting, not in formal writing.
Word Forms
yups plural
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Etymology
A casual variant of "yeah," said with the lips snapping shut at the end.