yaktub

Yaktub is a term that emerged in online communities, particularly those focused on technology and gaming. It is a portmanteau of "yak" and "YouTube," and its usage generally refers to watching or creating videos that are excessively long, rambling, or tangential in nature, often to the point of being perceived as unproductive or self-indulgent. The term is not associated with any specific official platform or service.

The "yak" element in yaktub alludes to the idiom "yakking," which means to talk at length, often about unimportant matters. When applied to video content, it suggests a video that goes on for an extended period without a clear or concise point, or where the creator deviates significantly from the main topic. This can be intentional, as in a vlog where a creator shares their daily life with many digressions, or unintentional, stemming from a lack of editing or structure.

The concept of yaktub is often used humorously or critically. Viewers might describe a video as a "yaktub" if they feel it could have been much shorter or if the creator's commentary is unnecessarily verbose. Conversely, some content creators might embrace the idea, producing lengthy, in-depth videos that are intentionally designed to be comprehensive or to foster a more personal connection with their audience. The term highlights a subjective perception of video content length and focus.