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.