TikTok’s ‘aura points’ system explained

The term “aura points” has been all over the internet. Within a few weeks, the term has become commonplace in TikTok videos and comment sections.

For example, you see people counting their aura points or asking strangers how many points they have lost, for example, through a conversation with an ex-boyfriend.

In a long line of ever-evolving internet jargon, it can be hard to keep up with all the trends. It feels like just yesterday people were singing about being “so skibidi.” So if you’re wondering what the deal is, here’s the full rundown of the aura point trend and what it means.

What does ‘aura points’ mean?

In short, aura points are a lighthearted way to measure how cool someone is. Every action a person takes in life can increase or decrease their total aura points, based on the judgment of the person giving the points.

Did you greet a friend without trust? You lose 1,523 points. Did you bump into a light on the sidewalk? You lose 634 aura points. according to a videoOn the other hand, if you walk to school with new shoes, your score will increase by as much as 2,000 aura points.

It’s just a popular joke online. There’s not much more to it. Some people keep their aura points over time as a running gag, but it’s mainly a way to tell how confident and cool someone is.

The term aura was likely popularized within the basketball and football communities at X, according to Do you know memebecause people complimented certain athletic performances because of their ‘aura’. However, people started quantifying it on TikTok, and thus the new system was born.

So if you’re looking for a way to increase your aura points, I would suggest something like playing FortniteI imagine winning a Victory Royale would earn you at least… 5,115 aura points.