Internet Language Quick Explanation
You read the word "hype" on Instagram or TikTok, don't know what it means? We will explain what the term means and how to use it yourself.
Netzwelt tells you what the term "hype" means. [Source: diego_cervo / depositphotos.com]
This means "hype": a wave of superficial enthusiasm or hype
The word "hype" comes from English and means as much as "Wirbel" or "Rummel" in German translation. The term was also gradually established in German and is now also used in Duden. There, it was translated into one of the meanings of "surface wave of enthusiasm".
However, two other variants are mentioned in Duden. On the one hand, "hype" is described as "illusions for propaganda purposes" and on the other as "specially spectacular and exhilarating advertising [causing a passion for products].
When it comes to people, videos, or current political events, "hype" is often used in the Internet and media coverage. Especially for videos that see millions of people overnight and then "hype" their producers on YouTube or Instagram, that is, there are many reports about them or their videos are being shared in large numbers Called "hype."
The term is often used specifically for TikTok stars. There are always people there who attract millions of people overnight with video and then get "hyped". The same applies to influencers, bloggers or football players. In fact, everyone gets a lot of media attention in a short period of time and it is not certain whether it is positive or negative.
So you use hype
If you want to use the expression yourself, you only need to take a brief look on the Internet for the person or video that the term uses in media coverage. In general, "hype" can be easily incorporated into daily life, because there is always a topic or people receive wide attention, you can describe it as "hype."
Example using "hype":
- Character A: "Digga, have you watched the new Pewdiepie video?"
- Person B: "Yes, now is the real hype!"
- Character A: "I work hard to celebrate TikTok, the video is just haha!"
- Person B: "Don't celebrate, it's an exaggeration."
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