1 B2 idiomatic informal
To celebrate noisily and with great enthusiasm, often in a group.
"The fans were whooping it up in the stadium long after the final whistle blew."
mixed
whoop it up
B2 informal mixed intransitive
To celebrate loudly and enthusiastically, often with a boisterous, carefree atmosphere.
In plain English
To have a very loud, exciting party or celebration.
What does "whoop it up" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 B2 idiomatic informal
To create a lively, exciting atmosphere at a social event.
"The jazz band was whipping up the crowd and everyone was whooping it up on the dance floor."
mixed
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To shout 'whoop!' repeatedly in an exuberant way — the sound of excited, carefree joy.
Actually means
To have a very loud, exciting party or celebration.
Usage tip
A fixed expression — 'it' cannot be replaced by a noun. Common in American English, with a slightly old-fashioned or nostalgic feel. Implies physical energy, noise, and unrestrained joy.
Words that pair with "whoop it up"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
party celebration crowd fans revellers win
How to conjugate "whoop it up"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
whoop it up
I/you/we/they
3rd person
whoops it up
he/she/it
Past simple
whooped it up
yesterday
Past participle
whooped it up
have + pp
-ing form
whooping it up
continuous
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