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delulu

What does delulu mean?

Delusional — usually in a light, self-aware way, about something you badly want to be true. Often paired with the phrase "delulu is the solulu" (delusion is the solution).

"I'm being delulu but I really think we're going to win the league this year."

Origin

Reduplicated baby-talk shortening of "delusional", originating in K-pop fan communities before going mainstream on TikTok.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "delulu" mean?

Delusional — usually in a light, self-aware way, about something you badly want to be true. Often paired with the phrase "delulu is the solulu" (delusion is the solution).

How do you use "delulu" in a sentence?

For example: "I'm being delulu but I really think we're going to win the league this year."

Where does "delulu" come from?

Reduplicated baby-talk shortening of "delusional", originating in K-pop fan communities before going mainstream on TikTok. It's generally dated to around 2018.

Is "delulu" Gen Z slang?

Yes — "delulu" is classed as Gen Z slang on FreeDict. Delusional — usually in a light, self-aware way, about something you badly want to be true. Often paired with the phrase "delulu is the solulu" (delusion is the solution).

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