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ottoke

What does ottoke mean?

An exclamation of helplessness or panic meaning 'what do I do?' Idols use it in cute or overwhelmed moments.

"They're releasing two comebacks at once, ottoke!"

Origin

Korean 어떡해 (eotteokhae), 'what to do'.

Frequently asked questions

What does 'ottoke' mean?
It is a Korean exclamation meaning roughly 'what do I do?!', used to express panic, worry, or being cutely overwhelmed.
Where does 'ottoke' come from?
It comes from the Korean 어떡해 (eotteokhae), literally 'what to do', and spread through K-pop and K-drama fandom.
How do you use 'ottoke'?
You throw it out in a flustered or stressed moment, often playfully: 'Two comebacks at once, ottoke!'
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