Top 10 Bitcoin Slang Words You need to Know

Confused by cryptic tweets and Instagram posts filled with HODL, NGMI, and Wen moon? You're not alone! Sometimes discovering the world of Bitcoin can feel like stepping into a special club with a unique language and a secret handshake!  But fear not Bitcoin Beginners, we're here to crack the code with a breakdown of the most popular Bitcoin slang, from Laser Eyes to Diamond Hands. Get ready to decipher all the crypto jargon and confidently step into the world of Bitcoin! 

HODL - A mantra for long-term investors who believe in holding onto their Bitcoin despite violent price swings.  HODL started as a misspelling of HOLD in a Bitcoin Forum in 2013.

NGMI - (Meaning: Not Gonna Make It) Used dismissively towards those who are unlikely to succeed in the crypto space.

Wen Moon - A playful way of asking when the price of Bitcoin will skyrocket, and go to the Moon!

Laser Eyes - Having laser eyes means you have optimism and strong conviction in the future potential and value of Bitcoin. 

Diamond Hands - Someone who holds their Bitcoin with unwavering confidence even during volatile price changes.

FOMO - (Meaning: Fear Of Missing Out) Anxiety about potentially missing out on a big profit opportunity in the financial markets.

Sat - The smallest unit of Bitcoin, 1 satoshi is equal to 0.00000001 BTC.

Whale - A large investor who holds a very large amount of Bitcoin.

FUD - (Meaning: Fear, Uncertainty and Doubt) Refers to the spread of negative or misleading news, rumours, or opinions about a particular asset that can cause people to panic when they are investing.  

Altcoin - Any cryptocurrency other than Bitcoin.