What is kekw?

KEKW Explained

KEKW is a popular emote used on Twitch and other streaming platforms. It typically represents laughter and amusement.

  • Origin: The emote is derived from a picture of Spanish actor and comedian Juan Joya Borja, also known as "El Risitas," laughing hysterically during an interview.

  • Usage: KEKW is generally used in chat to express that something is funny or ridiculous. It's equivalent to laughing out loud (LOL) or using laughing emojis. The specific usage depends heavily on the context of the stream or conversation.

  • Pronunciation: While it's primarily a visual emote, people often pronounce it phonetically as "kek-wuh" or simply "kek." The "kek" part is related to the online slang term "kek", which itself originated as a World of Warcraft term.

  • Variations: Sometimes, other variations of the emote are used, featuring El Risitas, or similar concepts to express laughter.