whee

American  

[hwee, wee] / ʰwi, wi /

interjection

1. (used to express joy or delight.)

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whee British  

/ wiː /

interjection

1. an exclamation of joy, thrill, etc

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Etymology

Origin of whee

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

There’s enough “Whee!” to the experience to occupy an evening, but “Fire and Ash” is instantly forgettable.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Certainly—whee!” she cried merrily, as Simon effortlessly scooped up her pregnant bulk and carried her over the puddle as if she weighed no more than a feather.

From Literature

“Some people are just like, ‘Whee!

From Los Angeles Times

It’s a step that lets them learn to perch like an adult eagle and is considered the “last milestone before they go, ‘Whee!’ and off the nest they go,” Greeley said.

From Washington Post

“My mother lived with us near the Alaska Junction for the last few years of her life. She didn’t use a wheelchair around the house, but it came in handy as we headed out to a restaurant, farmers market or even to grab an ice cream cone. Mom didn’t love the idea of the chair, so to make it fun, my husband got her to say ‘whee’ as we tore down the street.

From Seattle Times