Umpteenth

usgb/ˌʌmpˈtiːnθ/
adjective

Used to show that something has happened or been done many times, where the exact number is not important or has been forgotten.

This is the umpteenth time I've told you to clean your room.
Visual representation of "umpteenth" - Used to show that something has happened or been done many times, where the exact number is not important or has been forgotten.

Often appears as...

  • for the umpteenth time
  • the umpteenth time

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Colloquial

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Slight Frustration

Expresses a bit of irritation or exasperation about repeated actions or situations.

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For the umpteenth time, stop leaving your toys on the floor!
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Informal Usage

Best used in casual conversation; it can seem out of place in formal writing or speeches.

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I've seen this movie for the umpteenth time and still love it.
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Not Literal

It doesn't mean a specific number, rather it indicates an unspecified, large number.

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I've been to this café umpteen times this month.
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