The 'xdd' emote is used to express exaggerated laughter, amusement, or finding something hilariously absurd. It conveys a sense of uncontrollable laughter or reaction to something extremely funny, often with an ironic or sarcastic undertone. The distorted, low-quality nature of the image adds to the comedic effect, suggesting that something is so funny it has 'broken' normal communication. It's frequently used as a more intense or meme-ified version of standard laughing emotes, emphasizing the chaotic or ridiculous nature of a situation.
Origin
The 'xdd' emote originates from a distorted, close-up image of a seal or sea lion with a wide, toothy grin. This emote became popular on Twitch and 7TV around 2020-2021. The image itself is a heavily compressed or 'deep-fried' meme format that emphasizes the absurdity and humor through its low quality and distorted appearance. The name 'xdd' is a variation of 'xD', an emoticon representing intense laughter with closed eyes, with the lowercase 'd' suggesting a more casual or ironic tone. The emote fits into the broader category of 'cursed' or intentionally low-quality memes that became prevalent in online communities during the late 2010s and early 2020s.
When to use
'xdd' is commonly used in Twitch chat when: viewers witness something unexpectedly funny or absurd happen during a stream; a streamer makes a terrible joke or pun that's 'so bad it's good'; something goes hilariously wrong in gameplay; in response to cringe-worthy moments that are entertaining; when chat is spamming ironically or sarcastically; during chaotic or memey moments in streams; and as a reaction to other viewers' comments that are unintentionally funny. It's particularly popular in gaming streams and among younger audiences who appreciate ironic humor and meme culture.
