The internet slang term “yot” is a word that seems to have multiple meanings and which one is being used has to be determined by the context that the term is being used in. This article will focus on the most common meaning of this term.
It will also provide you with some additional information about this term including its origin and some other meanings. Conversation examples are provided for your convenience as well so you can see how the term is used in a conversation. Finally, you will see some phrases that you can use in place of this term to convey the same meaning.
Yot Meaning
What Does Yot Mean?
This slang term is used to express agreement to do something but not to do it right at that very moment. It is made up of the combination of the words “yes” and “not” meaning “not right now.”
Origin of Yot
There is no specific origin information available concerning the first usage of this term. However, it can be said that it has been used in the manner of the meaning above since at least 2009.
Other Meanings
There are a few other meanings listed for this slang term. One definition states that its meaning is something so nasty that it must be thrown away. Another says the meaning of this term is a male who is good-looking. A third meaning says that it is a term that can be used for anything and everything. Another said it is a descriptive word for a female with big breasts. A fifth says that it is the term used to describe someone who is usually male and has big pelvic muscles. The final definition states that it is the past tense of the slang term “yeet.”
Conversation Examples
A conversation between two friends via text message.
- Friend 1: Are you still going to come over and look at my car?
- Friend 2: Yot! I will come and look at it tomorrow for you.
- Friend 1: Okay! I will be here all day. Just text me before you come over.
An online discussion between two Facebook users.
- User 1: I am bored. Does anyone want to come to the mall with me and hang out?
- User 2: Yot! I can come over in a few hours, and then we can go. I have to go to lunch with my mom first.
- User 1: Okay! Sounds good. We can go catch a movie or something.
Synonyms for Yot
There are some synonymous phrases that you could use to replace this term that has the same or a similar meaning to the original term. Some other phrases that you could use include:
- yes, but not now
- sure, but not right at the moment
- absolutely, but a little later
Yot Meaning Infographic
Last Updated on March 19, 2020