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toutoi
What does toutoi mean?
An expression of overwhelming admiration for something so wonderful or precious that you almost want to press your palms together in worship. Common in idol and VTuber fandom.
"That duet was so toutoi I nearly cried."
Origin
Japanese 尊い (toutoi), 'precious/sacred/exalted', repurposed as fan praise.
Frequently asked questions
What does toutoi mean?
Toutoi is a fan expression of overwhelming admiration for something so precious or wonderful that you almost want to worship it, common in idol and VTuber fandom.
Where does the word toutoi come from?
It comes from the Japanese 尊い (toutoi), meaning 'precious', 'sacred', or 'exalted', repurposed by fans as high praise.
How do you use toutoi?
Fans use it to gush over a moment, pairing, or performance they find deeply moving or adorable, as in 'that duet was so toutoi.'
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