Anying comes from Indonesian online slang as a softened, cuter spelling of anjing, a word often used as a casual exclamation among friends rather than a literal insult. The repeated chant version spread through short form video, chat stickers in audio form, and meme edits where a playful swear reaction fits better than an angry one. Because the word is short and rhythmic, creators reuse it as a drop in punchline for surprises, fails, and teasing moments. Its popularity reflects how regional slang travels globally once a sound becomes a reaction.