Internet
dae
What does dae mean?
Sometimes mocked as karma-bait when the 'experience' is something basically everyone does.
"Another DAE post about breathing, groundbreaking stuff."
Origin
A Reddit and forum convention shortening 'does anyone else,' used to open relatability threads. It became common enough that low-effort DAE posts are now a running joke.
Frequently asked questions
What does DAE mean on Reddit?
It means 'does anyone else,' used to start a post asking if others share a quirky habit or feeling. The replies are usually a pile of 'me too.'
Why do people make fun of DAE posts?
Because some DAE questions describe near-universal experiences, making them feel like cheap engagement bait. The format gets parodied a lot.
Is DAE only used on Reddit?
It started on forums and Reddit but now shows up in texts and other social apps too. It's general internet shorthand.
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