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derp

derp

1 9.9
A short exclamation said after a silly or clumsy mistake
  • interjection
  • /dɜrp/
  • Slang
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  • When I realized I had forgotten my keys, I facepalmed and muttered, "Derp!"

And on the back it says derp, derp.

Examples

  • I tripped over my own feet, and all I could say was, "Derp!"

  • Oh derp, I got called away and didn't refresh. Sorry.

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  • How about mind your business, derp?

  • That can't be a small or insignificant part of the population. Derp! So stupid!

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  • Good point, derp.

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  • Derp!

  • Derp, no.

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  • After making a silly mistake in the game, I laughed and shouted, "Derp!"

Synonyms

blurp
vsderp
  • Informal
9.9

A short silly sound used to show mild surprise or embarrassment

comments on a foolish or clumsy mistake in a lighthearted way

How Lighthearted

oopsie
  • Informal
2 8.2
derp
  • Slang
1 9.9
whoops
  • Informal
16 7.4
oops
  • Informal
97 3.9

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Derp began as an internet exclamation, a silly noise like duh used when someone makes a small mistake. So saying derp is a light, joking way to point out a 'mistake' or a clumsy moment.