Wait, What? Here's Exactly What 'Delulu' Means
What does Delulu mean?
It can be hard to keep up with all the slang making its away around the internet lately—from sus to IYKYK, kids today are making up new words at what feels like lightning speed. Every day Gen Z teaches us new words—like GRWM, "based," "snaky,” TMI and WYD!
The latest one making the rounds is actually pretty fun, and people are using it in texts, on social media and when they’re trying to stop their friends from being hopelessly in love. The term is “delulu” and it’s taking the internet by storm!
But what exactly does this buzzworthy new word mean when used in text? And why are people, from K-pop stans to hopeless romantics, using it left and right? While we're at it, what does "delulu is the solulu" mean? Let's break it down.
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"Delulu" Meaning
In the simplest terms, "delulu" refers to someone who is delusional—especially when it comes to romantic relationships or celebrity fandom. If you're "in delulu" about a situation or a relationship, it means you're living in a fantasy world and refusing to see the reality of the situation. Hey, we can all be a little delulu every now and then!
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Why Are People Saying "Delulu"?
The origins of the term "delulu" are rooted in the K-Pop fan community. The term was originally used to make fun of other fans' beliefs and theories about K-Pop celebrities, or to call someone out for having a relationship with a K-Pop celeb only in their mind. Since then, the term has gained popularity on social media platforms such as TikTok and is now widely used as slang for "delusional."
As far as everyday usage, someone may convince themselves that their online crush is going to turn into something real, even if all other signs point to it being a dead-end. Then, their friend might call them out and say they’re being “delulu.”
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Examples of How To Use "Delulu"
You can use "delulu" to describe yourself or call out someone else who’s living in a fantasy world. For example, you might say "Ugh, I'm so delulu about this dude, I know it’s never gonna happen." Or you could tell a friend, "Babe, you're being so delulu about your ex, they clearly moved on a loooooong time ago."
And it doesn’t have to be just about love—if someone has an unrealistic expectation about their career, their finances or any other area of their life, you could accuse them of being "delulu" about it.
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"Delulu Is the Solulu" Meaning
One variation of the "delulu" slang is the phrase "delulu is the solulu." This simply means that being delusional (delulu) is the solution (solulu) to a problem. It's a tongue-in-cheek way of saying someone's delusional thinking might actually be the answer they're looking for, even if it's not grounded in reality. Sometimes the only thing to do is to be a little delusional about a situation!
So the next time you find yourself or a friend indulging in some unrealistic fantasies, don't be afraid to call it out. A little "delulu" self-awareness can go a long way! And who knows, maybe leaning into your delusions will turn out to be the "solulu" after all.
