Lowkey is a Gen Z and Gen Alpha slang word meaning “Subtle, secretly, or not trying to make a big deal of it”. Here’s the full Lowkey meaning explained, with examples, origin, and how to say it in 10+ languages.
What is Lowkey? Lowkey Meaning Explained
Subtle, secretly, or not trying to make a big deal of it
Lowkey is a vibe. It’s a way to say you like or believe something — but quietly, subtly, or with just a bit of hesitation. It’s the chill cousin of “highkey.” Most Gen Z convos flip between both.
“Lowkey” is how Gen Z adds nuance to their feelings. It lets you say something honest without shouting it. Often paired with confessions, opinions, or quiet hype.
Lowkey — Slang Examples in Sentences
“Lowkey think this song is fire.”
| Sentence | Translation / Context |
|---|
| “Lowkey obsessed with this whole skibidi universe rn.” | Used to soften or downplay an opinion. |
| “She lowkey ate that fit.” | Signals subtle admiration or belief. |
| “Lowkey think this song is fire.” | Opposite of “highkey” — often used together for contrast. |
| “He’s lowkey a genius.” | Popular in memes, texting, and TikTok comments. |
| “Lowkey need to log off fr.” | Shows restrained enthusiasm or hidden truths. |
Lowkey = quietly real. It’s how Gen Z drops thoughts that aren’t loud, but still true.
Where Did “Lowkey” Come From? Lowkey Origin
Lowkey began wide-spread usage in the 2010s
Rose through Twitter and texting culture, now core to Gen Z TikTok talk.
Lowkey in Every Language
Learn how to say (or at least explain) Lowkey in 9+ languages! Jump to a section from the table above to read about Lowkey in every language.
Lowkey意味｜Lowkeyとは？ 🇯🇵
Lowkeyの意味は？「実は…」的な気持ちを表す言葉。
Lowkey（ロウキー）は、控えめに本音を伝える時に使うスラング。
Lowkey의미｜Lowkey이란? 🇰🇷
Lowkey 뜻: 진심을 부드럽게 전하는 신조어.
Lowkey(로우키)는 속마음을 은근히 표현할 때 쓰는 말이에요.
Lowkey意思｜Lowkey是什么？ 🇨🇳
Lowkey 是什么意思？表达“有点…”或“其实…”的情绪词。
Lowkey（低调）表示内敛但真实的态度。
Lowkey Bedeutung｜Was Bedeutet Lowkey? 🇩🇪
Was bedeutet Lowkey? Eine subtile Art, etwas zu sagen.
Lowkey ist ein Ausdruck für zurückhaltende Meinungen oder Gefühle.
Lowkey Significado｜¿Qué Significa Lowkey? 🇪🇸
¿Qué significa Lowkey? Palabra para expresar algo con cautela.
Lowkey se usa para decir algo de manera discreta.
Lowkey Significato｜Che Cosa Vuol Dire Lowkey? 🇮🇹
Cosa vuol dire Lowkey? Significa “un po’” o “in modo non palese”.
Lowkey è il modo in cui Gen Z dice qualcosa senza gridarlo.
Lowkey Signification｜C’est Quoi Lowkey? 🇫🇷
Quelle est la signification de Lowkey ? Une manière subtile de s’exprimer.
Lowkey exprime une pensée ou un sentiment discret.
Lowkey значение｜Что такое Lowkey? 🇷🇺
Что значит Lowkey? Это сленг для скромных, но честных чувств.
Lowkey — это способ мягко выразить правду или мнение.
Lowkey ما معنى｜المعنى Lowkey؟ 🇸🇦
ما معنى Lowkey؟ وسيلة خفية للإفصاح عن رأي أو شعور.
Lowkey هو أسلوب للتعبير عن شيء دون لفت الانتباه.
Lowkey Overview
Lowkey is chill hype — perfect for subtle memes or hidden truths.
That’s the full slang guide for Lowkey, straight from the Skibidi DB!
Sasha | Gen Z Reporter
Hi, I’m Sasha, a Gen Z reporter and content goblin here at Skibidi Times.
I’m 19 with Italian roots (yes, I’m fluent in both Italian and Italian Brainrot 🇮🇹💅) and I love covering everything from TikTok trends to Gen Alpha drama.
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