weewee: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
LowInformal (childish, euphemistic)
Quick answer
What does “weewee” mean?
A childish or euphemistic term for urination or urine.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A childish or euphemistic term for urination or urine.
Can also refer, in very informal or childish contexts, to the penis.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
In British English, alternative childish terms like 'wee' (the verb and noun) or 'number one' are also common. 'Weewee' is less standardised in BrE. In American English, 'peepee' is a more frequent variant.
Connotations
Both BrE and AmE consider it very childish. In AmE, it may be slightly more common as a euphemistic term for the penis.
Frequency
Used with similar, low frequency in both varieties, predominantly in childcare, parenting, or humorous contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “weewee” in a Sentence
[Child] needs to weewee.Can I go weewee?[Child] did a weewee in [Location].Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “weewee” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- Darling, tell Mummy if you need to weewee.
- He weeweed in the garden.
American English
- Sweetie, do you have to weewee before we go?
- The puppy weeweed on the carpet.
adverb
British English
- (Not typically used as an adverb)
American English
- (Not typically used as an adverb)
adjective
British English
- He had a weewee accident during his nap.
- It's just a weewee problem, nothing serious.
American English
- We're in the middle of weewee training.
- She brought a weewee sample to the doctor.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Virtually never used.
Academic
Never used.
Everyday
Used exclusively with or about young children (e.g., potty training).
Technical
Not used.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “weewee”
- Using it in formal or adult contexts.
- Spelling it inconsistently (wee-wee, wee wee).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is not rude. It is a childish euphemism and is considered polite when used with young children, though it would sound silly in adult conversation.
'Weewee' is markedly more childish and euphemistic. 'Pee' is informal but standard and can be used by adults in casual contexts.
Yes, it can be used both ways in childish register (e.g., 'I did a weewee' [noun], 'I need to weewee' [verb]).
Only if they need to interact with English-speaking toddlers or understand highly informal, childish media. It is not a word for general English proficiency.
A childish or euphemistic term for urination or urine.
Weewee is usually informal (childish, euphemistic) in register.
Weewee: in British English it is pronounced /ˈwiː wiː/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈwi ˌwi/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “"Do you need to go weewee?"”
- “"I think someone has done a weewee."”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
The word 'wee' (meaning small) is doubled to make a child-friendly reduplication, imitating a child's speech pattern.
Conceptual Metaphor
BODILY FUNCTION IS A CHILDISH ACTIVITY.
Practice
Quiz
In which context is the word 'weewee' MOST appropriate?