YOLO



YOLO

slang An abbreviation for "you only live once," a phrase that prioritizes action, and often impulsivity, over contemplation in the pursuit of life experiences. Popularized by Drake's 2011 song "The Motto." A: "Come to the music festival with us, Colleen!" B: "Yeah Colleen, YOLO!" That carnival ride looks totally terrifying, but YOLO—let's do it!

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Peninnahpi-NIN-ə (English), pee-NIN-ə (English)Biblical
TaruTAH-rooFinnish
JoŽEfYAW-zhefSlovene
Lorita-Italian
Jordaanyawr-DAH:NDutch
Somboon-Thai