siuuuu - 크리스티아누 호날두

Meme Name: Siuuuu - Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo's signature 'Siuuu' celebration first appeared during a preseason match against Chelsea in the 2013-14 season. Though initially a bit awkward, Ronaldo consistently pushed it, establishing it as his trademark and subsequently making it widely known among football fans worldwide. Particularly, starting with the 2022 Qatar World Cup, it spread as a global internet meme through international influencers like IShowSpeed. In Korea, it gained even greater popularity alongside the 'Hanbandu' meme.

'Siuuu' is the sound Cristiano Ronaldo shouts during his distinctive jump celebration after scoring a goal. It originally derives from the Spanish word 'Sí,' which means 'Yes' in English. In other words, it's an elongated pronunciation of a triumphant cheer like "Yes, I did it!" or "That's it!" Ronaldo himself explained that he pronounces it as 'Sí,' but due to the elongated pronunciation, it sounds like 'Siu' or 'Suu,' leading to its current form 'Siuuu'.

Pronounced similarly to 'see-you' or 'sue,' with an extended 'oo' sound at the end. It mimics the elongated Spanish 'Sí' (yes), which Ronaldo himself stated was the original pronunciation.

Primarily used by football fans, especially those who admire Cristiano Ronaldo. It is also widespread among gamers who enjoy football games like FIFA and PES, LCK fandom, and younger generations familiar with Western internet culture due to IShowSpeed's influence. It is a familiar meme to men and women of all ages who enjoy watching football matches.

People unfamiliar with football might mistake the 'Siuuu' sound for booing. There have been instances where singers like (G)I-DLE or Kwon Eun Bi were flustered by 'Siuuu' calls from the audience during their performances. Therefore, it's advisable to ensure the other person understands the meaning of this meme before using it.