"Let's Pocket That": The Slang Explained (with Examples)

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Slang expert Shayan Faraz explains how and when to use this trending saying

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Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Fact Checked

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"Let's Pocket That" Defined

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Other Pocket-Related Sayings

You might know what being "out of pocket" means, but what about "Let's pocket that," the newest Gen Z slang that's trending all over TikTok? Basically, it's the same as saying, "Let's put a pin in that," but there's a little more to it than that! In this quick article, slang expert Shayan Faraz helps us explain the meaning of "Let's pocket that" and how it's used, along with helpful examples and alternative definitions. We'll also dive into other pocket-related phrases and sayings you can add to your wordbank!

"Let's Pocket That" Meaning

Slang expert Shayan Faraz says “Let's pocket that” is a slang phrase that means “Let's talk about this later,” and it’s often used in response to a bad or nonsensical idea. It can also be used when someone says something you don't want to discuss or that's not relevant. It may also mean to save something for later, as in a joke you think is funny and want to remember.

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"Let's Pocket That" Defined

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"Let's pocket that" means "let's talk about that at another time." "Let's pocket that" is similar to "Let's put a pin in that." It's used when someone brings up a topic that isn't relevant to the current conversation, that's inappropriate for the current situation, or that you'd rather not discuss.^{[1]
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Research source} Faraz says it’s often used as a response to a bad idea or something that doesn't make sense.^{[2]
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- [At a party] Them: "Hey, man, what'd you get on your final?"
  You: "Let's pocket that, dude. I'm gonna grab another drink."^{[3]
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- [At work] Them: "Isn't our boss a tyrant?"
  You: "Let's pocket that 'til later, pal!"
- Faraz gives another example, as well. “Someone might suggest something to eat and another person in the group may say ‘let's pocket that’ to reject the idea and put it away.”^{[4]
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Shayan Faraz (also known online as Chum) is a slang & trend expert based in Michigan who posts content about cultural trends. He has over 35,000 followers and over 7 million likes on his TikTok page @chummertok.
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"Let's pocket that" could also mean "I want to remember that for later." Some people use "Let's pocket that" or "I want to pocket that" as a way of indicating they like what they've heard and want to save it for later—like you'd save a cool rock you found on the ground by putting it in your pocket. You might use "I want to pocket that" in response to a funny joke or interesting factoid, for instance.^{[5]
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- Them: "How did the burger introduce his wife? 'Meat Patty.'"
  You: "That's so good. Let's pocket that for later."
- Them: "Did you know that Australia is wider than the moon?"^{[6]
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  You: "Whoa. That's interesting. I'm gonna pocket that."
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Other Pocket-Related Sayings

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Turns out, there are a lot of trendy phrases involving pockets! Want more pocket-related sayings and phrases to add to your lexicon? Try these:
- Out of pocket: (adj.) acting wild or out of line, stemming from AAVE slang; traditionally, means "with your own money," as in "paying for something out of pocket"
- Pocket [someone]: (v.) in relationships, to hide the person you're dating from your friends and family, possibly because you're afraid to commit to them or want to keep your options open^{[7]
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- "I want to put you in my pocket": (excl.) an expression of affection towards someone who's super adorable, similar to "I could just eat you up"; could also mean you want to keep someone all to yourself
- In each other's pocket: (adj.) describes people in a relationship who spend too much time together and are overly reliant on one another^{[8]
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