The phrase "What kind of awesome is this?" is a playful and somewhat meme-like expression that can be used to marvel at or question the nature or degree of something impressive or extraordinary. The word "awesome" itself originally meant inspiring awe or fear, but in modern usage, it more commonly means excellent, outstanding, or terrific. The phrase gained recent attention as part of a TikTok meme format where a question "What kind of X is this?" is asked, often humorously identifying various things, including "awesome" as a noun category to be explored or humorously classified.
Meaning of "Awesome"
- Originally meant "inspiring awe, fear, or reverence."
- Modern usage is more informal, meaning "terrific, excellent, extraordinary."
- The word has evolved from a strong, sometimes fearful sense to a general slang for very good or cool things.
Use of "What kind of awesome is this?"
- Often used humorously or inquisitively on social media.
- Part of TikTok meme culture as a phrase template asking for identification or classification of an attribute or object.
- Can be a playful way to emphasize how remarkable or impressive something is.
This phrase highlights the fluid, playful, and often exaggerated use of "awesome" in contemporary language and internet culture.
