Teen Slang · Social & friendship

What does “Yeet” mean?

To throw something hard, or an excited exclamation. 'Yeet!' Older slang but still in rotation.

Where “Yeet” comes from

Started as a 2014 dance and Vine meme, then became a general word for throwing or excitement.

Why teens actually say it

An energetic, fun all-purpose exclamation — and a verb for hurling things.

What it means for you as a parent

Completely harmless and a bit nostalgic now.

How it’s used

  • “Yeet!” he yelled, tossing the ball across the yard.” Excited exclamation while throwing something. Silly and energetic.
  • “I’m gonna yeet this backpack into my locker and run.” Playful way to say tossing something hard. Lighthearted.

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