Looking at the top 10 words used on Facebook in 2010 is a good way to find out more about what’s been happening in the world in 2010 and what the trends are. It’s also an opportunity to take a look at our use of Facebook and how it is taking over our lives!
The results come from the most used words in status messages over the year 2010. Here’s the top 10.
1. HMU
– HMU is an acronym for “hit me up.” Although this is a new trend it really took off in 2010 with hits of 80 000 a day. Basically it means that we want to meet up!
2. World Cup
– The FIFA World Cup was one of the biggest events of the year. With so many countries taking part in the World Cup and such passion behind teh games, it’s not surprising. When some of the teams were playing, almost 50% of all status updates were related to the sporting event.
3. Movies
– We all want to tell the world when we see a great movie. Facebook is the ideal platformW to share your views so no wonder the word MOVIES is in the top 10. The most talked about movies were The Twilight Saga and Inception. Anything with Angelina Jolie is always talked about!
4. iPad and iPhone 4
– When you get your new flash iPhone or iPad, you want to boast to your friends. These were two of the biggest hit devices of 2010 and they were very much talked about on Facebook.
5. Haiti
– On January 12, a massive earthquake hit Haiti. Many nations were very quick to get involved and send help and support. Same on Facebook.
6. Justin Bieber
– The young Canadian singer is on TV, on YouTube, in the magazine and on Facebook too. Top 10 on Facebook and certainly top 10 most talked about singer in 2010.
7. Games on Facebook
– We’re all addicted to gaming and Facebook is certainly providing for our addiction with hundreds even thousands of games and applications. FarmVille, PetVille, Zoo World…
8. Mineros/Miners
– The famous 33 miners are now global superstars! The were trapped in a mine in Chile for 3 months and it touched so many people. The emotion when they came out was amazing. A great story of hope and solidarity.
9. Airplanes
– Lyrics from the popular song “Airplanes” by B.o.B. or any other travelling adventure!
10. 2011
– References to 2011 are used a lot on Facebook. We all plan for more adventures in 2011 and share it with our friends
