Become OO

The "Become OO" meme rapidly spread across domestic online communities and social media in the latter half of 2023. It is used to exaggerate specific emotions or states humorously. The phrase is often modified into versions such as "Become a woman," "Become a wolf," or "Become a dolphin," humorously expressing how someone emotionally transforms. This meme intentionally breaks spelling conventions to create a unique tone, making it even more amusing. For example, one might say "Become a woman" when admiring an attractive person or "Become a wolf" when seeing a cute animal.

The origin of this meme traces back to Twitter (X), where a user first posted a tweet and an accompanying image. The user employed this phrase to dramatically express their emotions in a specific situation, and soon, many others started replicating it, leading to its establishment as a meme. "Become OO" gained particular popularity on social platforms like Twitter as a form of humor that exaggerates emotions and desires, making use of distinctive linguistic playfulness by deliberately distorting spelling.

Beyond simple humor, this meme is often used to praise beloved subjects or share emotions. The extreme emotional expressions, coupled with exaggerated descriptions of "transforming" into a certain state, provoke laughter from viewers. The meme's success lies in its bold manipulation of everyday language and its ability to amplify emotions, making it a fresh and entertaining form of humor. Thanks to this originality, "Become OO" has been adapted into various contexts and continues to maintain widespread popularity.