DELULU

What Does Delulu Mean?

Delulu is a slang term derived from the word "delusional." It originated in K-Pop fandoms and became widely used humorously or teasingly in social media and internet communities, particularly among fans of celebrities, TV shows, or music bands. The term characterized someone as having unrealistic, overly optimistic, or fanciful beliefs or expectations. For example, fans might be termed "Delulu" if they harbor far-fetched hopes about a celebrity's personal life (such as dating a member of BTS, Shakira, or Harry Styles), or about improbable plot developments in a TV series (such as a good ending to Game Of Thrones). While it was generally used lightheartedly, delulu could also imply a gentle admonishment for not recognizing reality.

In a new twist, during 2023 #delulu went viral on TikTok, with many posters embracing the idea that being delusional is the solution to making anything come true. In the language of the moment: "delulu is the solulu to making anything come trululu"!

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When I write Delulu, I mean this:

Being deluded can be a good thing. Apparently.

Summary of Key Points

We have summarized the key points in the table below:

Delulu
Definition:	Delusional
Type:	Word (Slang)
Guessability:	3: Guessable
Typical Users:	Adults and Teenagers

An Academic Look at Delulu

Delulu is a slang term. Slang is informal language that consists of words, phrases, and uses of language that are often restricted to a specific context or a particular group of users. Slang is not typically used in formal or professional settings.