Have you ever sat in the dark and watched a scary movie by yourself? Perhaps you have gone around a corner and had someone jump out and scare you to your core. If so, then “reeee” is going to be a great addition to your modern vernacular. If you love the newest gamer slang, "Reeee" will also be a part of your everyday slang.
This expression has been around for years and has taken on a new meaning as gaming and technology have become more prevalent. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression.
Meaning
When you want to express an intense amount of anger or frustration, but you fall short of words, you can yell the word "Reeee" out loud, or you can type it to your chat group in your game to let off a little steam. The phrase or term is an expression of intense emotion. It usually is an expression of anger, but it can also be used as a way to express surprise. In some cases it can also be used to scare or intimidate another player or person.
The expression of this phrase is to express the meaning of an emotion such as rage, anger, and desperation. A person could use this phrase to shorten things into an unsophisticated way of speech, and it can be used to express a battle cry or war attack. As gaming progresses, so does its terminology, and the phrase "Reeee" is no exception. More information can be found in the video (here).
Example Usage
"That guy beat me again! Reeee"
"Reeee! You scared me near to death."
"Reeee!"
"The lead player on the other team is so good! Reeee."
"Reeee, lets attack again!"
Origin
The origin of the word Ree is widely known as a battle cry by a frog named PePe in 2009. The meme is the source of a lot of common gamer phrases and internet lingo. In 2014 the term began to be used again to describe frustration, fear, anger, and a sound of sheer desperation. As gaming becomes increasingly popular globally, more people start to use the correct type of slang to be called a gamer. The word Reeee is growing in popularity and is used extensively in chats to save time expressing emotional frustration and disappointment.
The Reeee meme that is paired with Pepe the Frog can be found originally on the 4chan's /r9k/ message board. The frog in the meme is a mimic of a real species which makes a very noticeable and unique sound when it croaks. The “reeee” sound the frog makes when it is startled, upset, or agitated gave life to the phrase in the online and gaming world. You will often hear words like Reeee being used extensively as young people on all gaming consoles are looking for new and exciting ways to express themselves outside of everyday communication.
Phrases Similar to Reeee
- Blow one's top
- Be furious
- Raging
- Fuming
- Out of my mind
- Going ballistic
Phrases Opposite to Reeee
- Gleeful
- Calm
- Peaceful
- Delighted
- Satisfied
What is the Correct Saying?
- "Reeee!
Ways People May Incorrectly Say Reeee
As this is a newer term being used, you may find that many people will not know this phrase yet, or they may misuse it. Below are some examples of how to use "Reeee" incorrectly.
- What are you Reee's doing in my bedroom?
- I'm so frustrated I just want to Reeee!
- Has anyone seen how fast I can Reee when I need to?
- Reeee, I'm so happy to see that you guys came.
Acceptable Ways to Phrase Reeee
- "Reeee! I will lose my mind if you don't stop doing that!"
- "Are you guys ready to attack? Reeee!!
- "Reeee! You scared the living ghost out of me!"
- "Reeee! Are you guys serious; how can you listen to this?
- “I am tired of being attacked all the time, Reeee!”