Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

jeepers creepers

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 2.14 in modern English

Syllables: jeep-er-s creep-ers
IPA

28

Scrabble Score

15

Letters

4

Syllables

6

Unique Chars

Meaning

intj

An expression of surprise, dismay or annoyance.

Example Sentences

"An...ancient demon's spirit?!? Jeepers creepers, it doesn't get much worse than that."

Etymology

Alteration of Jesus Christ.

Inflected Forms

jeepers (alternative) jeepers peepers (alternative) jeeps (alternative)

Questions

What does jeepers creepers mean?: An expression of surprise, dismay or annoyance.
Where does jeepers creepers come from?: Alteration of Jesus Christ.

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