What Does Dog Water Mean in Fortnite?

If you play Fortnite or know someone who does, you have likely heard the phrase “dog water” thrown about at least once. 

It’s a weird phrase to hear in a video game, so, unsurprisingly, gamers wonder: what does dog mean in Fortnite, exactly?

When someone says you are dog water while playing Fortnite it is a slang term that means you suck! 

Keep reading to learn when the phrase started and how to properly use it when you lose in a game of Fortnite. 

How Dog Water Started

The phrase dog water originated in December 2020, when Fortnite player M1lk (aka Piece Control Kyle, aka Kyle on 60 Hz) used it during one of his videos.

“You’re literally free, Boxed you, Dog water, 0 Pr, You have no earnings, No wager earnings, You’re free, Literally so free, Freer than a free sample at Costco, You’re dog water, literally so dog.”

The staccato way of speaking is typical of Fortnite, and M1lk did a great job making fun of it (besides actually being really good at the game as well!)

Since then, it has become a fairly popular term amongst Fortnite players and has memes across multiple platforms. 

It has likely also gained popularity on Twitch as a euphemism for other words that Twitch bans. 

Gamers are always looking for a way around certain word restrictions on media sites, and thus gems like dog water are born. I mean, it’s already made into the urban dictionary.

What better way to insult people when they suck in Fortnite than to say they are dog water?

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Dog Water’s Popularity

The term has quickly gained traction on other social media platforms as well.

And you don’t have to be a Fortnite YouTuber to use it… it’s found its way into video games as well.

After its first usage, the term dog water was picked up by Twitch streamers like Dream and Ludwig, which helped accelerate its popularity. 

The term was also by Minecraft Youtuber, Quackity, who tweeted a dog water copypasta that received well over 138,000 likes. 

One year later, another Youtuber, Karl Jacobs, kept up the tradition by responding with the same copypasta.

When to Say Dog Water to Someone

So why is dog water an insult in Fortnite? Well, that is because dog water is considered to be subpar water. 

While that is not the case, calling someone dog water means they are subpar and bad players. 

If you aren’t one for any generic insults, using dog water can be a great option when you get tilted. 

You can even use it in real life outside of Fortnite, though you will likely get some weird looks. 

Conclusion

Dog water has become a common term to hear when you watch Fortnite videos or play the game yourself.

It’s always been the gaming way to come up with great insults for letting your opponents know you think they’re absolute garbage. And Fortnite has given birth to many creative insults, and dog water is the latest. It won’t be the last. 

If you enjoyed this article, check out how to reduce your ping in Fortnite to stop being dog water and defeat your foes.

Until next time, happy gaming!

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FAQ

What are some Slang Terms Related to Dog Water?

If you are looking for other slang terms to add to your online gaming experience, here are some similar slang terms to dog water.

• Pubstomp: Use this when you annihilate the entire enemy team in a match (might I suggest the grenade launcher?) or take out a bunch of foes in a row. 
• Swanton Bomb: You jump on an enemy and blow them to shreds with a shotgun.
• Pwnd (Pawned): When you own someone so hard, they have no choice but to admit you are the best.
• 0 earnings means you haven’t won any money from tournaments online

Is M1lks alter ego spelled Peace Control Kyle or Piece Control Kyle?

M1lks alter ego is spelled Piece Control Kyle. But you can use your piece to destroy the peace!