worldstar

Questions

What does worldstar mean?

Exclaimed by onlookers or bystanders during an unexpected or dramatic event, especially a verbal or physical altercation, anticipating that the footage will be uploaded to the Internet and eventually contribute to its viral nature.

Where does worldstar come from?

From the video blog WorldStarHipHop, where shocking, viral videos, especially of fights, are often posted.

How to pronounce worldstar

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “worldstar”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “worldstar”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “worldstar” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.