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 |
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“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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