OATUS stands for “On a totally unrelated subject” and is commonly used in internet slang to indicate a change of topic. It is typically employed when someone wants to divert the conversation to a completely different subject, which may not have any direct connection to the ongoing discussion. This abbreviation signals that the following statement or question will switch gears abruptly, preparing others for the shift in topic.
Examples:
1.
Person A: Hey, have you seen the new movie that just came out yesterday?
Person B: No, not yet. But OATUS, what do you think about the latest album from your favorite band? I heard they released it last week.
2.
Person A: I can’t wait for the summer vacation to start! I am planning to go to the beach and relax.
Person B: That sounds amazing! OATUS, have you ever tried parasailing? I did it last year and it was quite an exhilarating experience.
In these examples, the use of ‘OATUS’ signals a change of subject, allowing the conversation to smoothly transition into a different topic without causing confusion or surprise.
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