What Does ‘Yeet’ Mean?
Yeet means to throw something with a lot of force and no care, or the exclamation you shout while doing it.
Internet & memes verb / interjection
Examples of ‘Yeet’ in a sentence
- “I yeeted my backpack onto the couch.”
- “Yeet! Nailed the paper-ball shot.”
Where does ‘Yeet’ come from?
It spread through social media from 2014, and Dictionary.com and Wikipedia list it. The exact earlier origin is debated.
How to use it, and when not to
Good for jokes about throwing, tossing or leaving. Do not yeet people or fragile items.
For parents and teachers
Fine around parents and teachers. Safe. Just do not yeet anything breakable.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Yeet mean?
Yeet means to throw something with a lot of force and no care, or the exclamation you shout while doing it.
Where does Yeet come from?
It spread through social media from 2014, and Dictionary.com and Wikipedia list it. The exact earlier origin is debated.
Is Yeet OK to say around parents or teachers?
Fine around parents and teachers. Safe. Just do not yeet anything breakable.
How do you use Yeet in a sentence?
I yeeted my backpack onto the couch. Yeet! Nailed the paper-ball shot.
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Definition written by VibeDex. Slang changes quickly, so this is a snapshot. Last reviewed 2026-10-23.