What Does "To the Moon" Mean in Cryptocurrency?

By Lyle Daly – Updated Feb 17, 2025 at 11:48 AM

Key Points

"To the moon" indicates a sharp rise in cryptocurrency value or investor expectations.
Avoid investment decisions based on hype; instead, research a crypto's real-world applications.
Invest cautiously in crypto, limiting exposure to a small portion of your portfolio.

If you've spent much time reading about cryptocurrency, you've probably seen the phrase "to the moon." It's one of the unique expressions crypto enthusiasts use, and it's often accompanied by rocket ship emojis. Here's what it means and why you shouldn't let it guide your crypto investing decisions.

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Someone holding a tablet with a rocket flying out of it. — Image source: Getty Images.

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About the Author

Lyle Daly is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst covering information technology and cryptocurrency. Lyle has been a contributor at the financial services company since 2018. His work has been featured on USA Today, Yahoo Finance, MSN, Fox Business, and Nasdaq. Before joining The Motley Fool, he wrote for financial brands including Intuit.

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