interjection
zoinks
zoyngks
interjection
1
Used to express sudden surprise, alarm, or fright.
"Zoinks! I didn't see that coming at all."
How to Use Zoinks
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA cartoonish exclamation of shock or fear, similar to "yikes" or "whoa."
When to use it
Very informal and playful; strongly associated with Scooby-Doo in most people's minds.
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Etymology
Popularized by the cartoon character Shaggy in Scooby-Doo, who used it as his catchphrase whenever something startled him.