live fast, die young

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

An individual who chooses to live an exciting but dangerous lifestyle risks dying prematurely.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Người sống phiêu lưu, nguy hiểm thì dễ chết trẻ

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Where it’s used: Used American English
Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “live fast, die young” mean?

An individual who chooses to live an exciting but dangerous lifestyle risks dying prematurely.

Is “live fast, die young” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.