Wepa
An exclamation of joy and approval, the local shout of celebration. It comes out when the good song starts, when someone dances well or when something lands the way it should. It means nothing literally, which is why it works in any festive moment.
Example
At a party, a well timed wepa says more than a full sentence and everyone knows exactly what it means.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a visitor use it?
Yes, and it usually lands well. It is an open exclamation, not in group slang.
Does it translate?
Not literally. It sits between a cheer, an olé and a shout of celebration depending on the moment.
