Big W

What does Big W mean?

Major success

When you have experienced a major win, success, or positive outcome, you have acquired a "Big W." It comes from the long-standing use of "W" to mean "win," especially in sports scorekeeping. Adding "big" emphasizes that the success is especially impressive or satisfying, whether it's acing a test, landing a job, or pulling off a clutch play.

The phrase gained popularity in the 2010s and early 2020s, spreading through gaming culture, sports communities, and social media. You will likely see gamers and athletes, as well as online communities, use it in texts, comments, and memes to celebrate achievements. Conversely, "Big L" is the opposite of Big W, describing a major failure or setback.

Example

i got the internship!
let’s go, big w
i’ve been stressing about it for weeks
well, it paid off big time

Getting thos Big Ws all day

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Updated April 16, 2026

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