The Daleks are one of the best-known villains from Doctor Who, the long-running British TV series, and their command “Exterminate” became a defining catchphrase for the characters. The voice effect and delivery made it easy to recognise even in very short clips. Online, the sound spread through fan edits, reaction memes and sci-fi joke videos because it instantly signals robotic hostility while still feeling campy and fun. It remains popular thanks to how quickly viewers connect the line with Doctor Who and classic TV sci-fi.
About this sound
The classic Dalek 'Exterminate' voice clip from Doctor Who, used in memes, edits and sci-fi jokes when you want a dramatic robotic threat.
This sound is the iconic metallic cry of a Dalek saying “Exterminate” in its harsh, distorted robotic voice. The clip is short, loud and instantly recognisable to Doctor Who fans, with an aggressive delivery that turns even a simple moment into a mock life-or-death threat. It works well because the voice sounds cold, mechanical and over-the-top at the same time, so viewers read it as both menacing and funny. In edits, it usually lands as a sudden punchline, a nerdy reference or a way to exaggerate someone’s anger.
