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TikTok slang: A complete guide to the meanings behind each phrase

Here's your complete guide to all the slang terms used on TikTok and what they mean – including DC, IB and FYP.

1. A complete guide to TikTok slang and what all the words mean

In the same way that Twitter and Instagram have given us new, memorable slang terms, TikTok users are now contributing to the internet lexicon. From new Gen Z terms like 'Heather' to platform-specific acronyms like FYP, IB and DC, here's all the important and popular TikTok slang terms and abbreviations that you need to know.
2. What does FYP mean on TikTok?

This one is pretty simple. That #FYP you see everywhere on TikTok? It means 'For You Page'. The FYP is the main timeline you see when you log into the app. Rather than showing you the videos of people you follow, the FYP presents you with popular, viral and random videos that you might like based on your personal algorithm.
3. What does CEO mean on TikTok?

On TikTok, CEO means the same thing as it does in real life… Chief Executive Officer. To be called a 'CEO of' something on TikTok means that you're the absolute best at it. CEO of dance challenges, CEO of comments, CEO of going viral… you get the idea.
4. What does PFP mean on TikTok?

The meaning behind PFP is simple... it means profile picture.
5. What does POV mean on TikTok?

On TikTok, POV means the same thing as it does in real life… Point of View. POV is often used in captions and on-video captions to signify when the viewer is meant to be watching it from their own perspective.
6. What does OOMF mean on TikTok?

OOMF is an acronym for One Of My Followers. It's predominantly used on TikTok and Twitter.
7. What does Heather mean on TikTok?

The term Heather has a few meanings on TikTok. The first refers directly to the iconic '80s film, Heathers. In the movie, the Heathers were a group of wealthy, preppy and popular students. In this case, being a Heather can have negative connotations, seeing as they were the 'mean girls' of their day. In 2020, the term took on a new meaning thanks to Conan Gray's song. To be called a Heather in this context means you're gorgeous, desirable and the other person wishes they could be you.
8. What does IB mean on TikTok?

If you see the letters 'IB' in a TikTok caption, it means that the video has been 'inspired by' another viral or notable video. The original users @ will usually be tagged alongside the letters.
9. What does DC mean on TikTok?

If you see the letters 'DC' in a TikTok caption, it means that the TikTok user is giving 'dance credits' to the originator of a viral dance or challenge. The original creator's username will usually be tagged alongside the letters.
10. What does Alt TikTok mean?

Alt TikTok is one of the main 'sides' of TikTok. Alt TikTok (short for alternative) is for more of the quirky Gen Z humour and meme-y type TikTok users. Here, you'll find other sides of TikTok including Frog TikTok and Fairy Comment TikTok.
11. What does Straight TikTok mean?

Straight TikTok is one of the main 'sides' of TikTok. Straight TikTok is where you'll find the dances and the majority of the content house TikTokers, like the Hype House. Basically, it's the more mainstream side of the app.
12. What do the finger emojis mean on TikTok?

The 'two fingers touching' emoji sequence essentially mean 'shy'. As if you were twiddling your fingers together, nervously. The emojis can often be paired with the watery eye emoji too, for extra nervous vibes.
13. What does #xyzbca mean on TikTok?

The #xyzbca hashtag is simply just a popular hashtag that people use in the hopes of getting more views on their TikTok videos. It's kind of like #FYP and #ForYouPage. It unfortunately has no meaning at all. It's just a bunch of letters.
14. What does Shifting mean on TikTok?

Shifting (sometimes called reality shifting) is a way of training your mind to enter a 'new reality'. It started on Reddit a while ago but has become popular on TikTok. To shift, you need to lie down and imagine your 'desired reality'. It's essentially a mix between meditation, manifestation and lucid dreaming. The results are said to feel like an extremely realistic and vivid dream.
15. What does ratio mean on TikTok?

Ratio is a popular term used on social media and when it comes to TikTok, it's all to do with the comment section. To get 'ratioed' on TikTok means that your comment has more replies than likes. Usually, this means that your comment has NOT gone down well. If you get ratioed, it's kind of a bad thing.
16. What does Simp mean on TikTok?

According to Urban Dictionary, 'simp' stands for 'Suckas Idolising Mediocre Pussy'. Essentially, it's a term for a man who will do absolutely anything for a woman in the hopes of getting sex or a relationship in return. The term has softened thanks to TikTok. Now, people often refer to themselves as a simp for certain celebrities (or real people) they have a crush on.
17. What does Shadowbanned mean on TikTok?

Shadowbanning is when your content is 'blocked' without you knowing by TikTok. Your account can be removed from searches, and your reach will be limited to your own followers. Users tend to notice that they've been shadowbanned on TikTok when their view count drops. The same thing can happen on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
18. What does the Brain emoji mean on TikTok?

On TikTok, the brain emoji has a bit of a NSFW meaning. It basically means oral sex, or 'give brain'/'give head'. It went viral in a video that explained how doctors can tell whether or not you've done it or not based on the roof of your mouth, and now TikTokers have officially crowned it as the latest emoji with a hidden meaning.
19. What does Caught In 4k mean on TikTok?

To 'catch someone in 4k' means to capture their reaction or behaviour to a situation on camera, in clear view. The phrase has been on TikTok for a while now, but it's recently being used when guys fall for the 'Hey Lol' audio challenge. Users will play Khaleel's song, which samples a Porn Hub intro, out loud and people who have "been to the hub" will usually look up to see what's going on. Of course, the other person will be filming them, catching their reaction "in 4k".
20. What does Accountant mean on TikTok?

If you've ever been on TikTok, you'll have no doubt heard the "I'm an accountant" song. TikTokers use this song as a tongue-in-cheek way to dodge questions about their true jobs, and where they got all their money from – because "nobody asks you questions when you say you're an accountant." Originally, Rocky Paterra wrote the song about how he would dodge questions as a struggling actor. The term was then adopted by sex workers or people who have OnlyFans accounts.
21. What does Sheesh mean on TikTok?

You may have heard a lot of TikTokers or seen a lot of comments using the 'word' sheesh on TikTok recently. The phrase basically means to either be impressed or to express disbelief or exasperation.
22. What does ASL mean on TikTok?

ASL is not a new phrase that comes from TikTok, it's actually a standard internet phrase that stands for 'age, sex, location'. However, some TikTok users are also using the phrase as a shortened way to say "as hell".
23. What does Mutuals/Moots mean on TikTok?

If you've seen the word 'mutuals' (or 'moots' for short), then that means someone is talking about their followers who also follow them back.
24. What does Bussin mean on TikTok?

Bussin is a word that frequently pops up on TikTok, and it means that something is really good.
25. What does Valid mean on TikTok?

You may understand valid to mean acceptable or reasonable, but it has a slightly different meaning within social media slang terms. According to Urban Dictionary, valid also means something that is very good or of a really high standard.
26. What does Cheugy mean on TikTok?

Cheugy means something that is off-trend. It's mostly aimed at millennial styles and trends, and it's similar to calling someone basic. Things that make someone 'Cheugy', according to the CheugLife Instagram, include: Anything that says "girlboss", Harry Potter merch, Ugg slippers, going to Disney as an adult, posing in front of a wall mural for an Instagram picture, Eos lipbalms... you get the picture.
27. What does Sneaky Link mean on TikTok?

A Sneaky Link is pretty much what you think it is... it's a slang term for someone who is hooking up with another person in secret. The term is also used in a viral TikTok song called 'Sneaky Link' by HXLLYWOOD.
28. What does Face Card mean on TikTok?

You may have heard the term Face Card being thrown around on TikTok and Twitter recently, but there's a couple of different meanings to the phrase. On social media, the latest interpretation basically means that you're stunning, you always have been and you always will be. People share their selfies alongside captions such as "face card always valid" or "face card never declined". However, the popular street slang meaning refers to your reputation, and the fact that people respect you.
29. What does Fruity mean on TikTok?

On TikTok, Fruity is a term used to describe someone who belongs to the LGBTQ+ community. It's not actually a new term either, and some might actually find it to be offensive, but it's currently being reclaimed by the Gay TikTok subculture. The term picked up popularity on the app after TikTok user Mattie (@westbrouck) put the word into context in a viral video.
30. What does 4Lifers mean on TikTok?

The phrase '4Lifers' gained popularity on TikTok thanks to a viral video from @boobackbaby, featuring rapper and producer Lucki saying "what we is? 4lifersss!" 4Lifers means a group of friends, or siblings, or family members who will always be in each others lives no matter what - for life, obviously. The term may also be shorted to 4L on some social media platforms too.
31. What does BBL mean on TikTok?

There's been a lot of videos about BBLs on the TikTok FYP recently, but what exactly does it stand for? BBL is actually an acronym for a surgery called a Brazilian Butt Lift, which takes fat from one area of the body and moves it to the butt to make it bigger. TikTokers are sharing the before and afters of their cosmetic procedures with their followers.
32. What does Hot Girl Summer mean on TikTok?

Chances are you already know what Hot Girl Summer means, but after a whole year spent inside, the Megan Thee Stallion-coined phrase is making a huge comeback for 2021. Hot Girl Summer is an inclusive phrase all about feeling confident, having fun, looking good, not caring about what others think and living your best life unapologetically – usually while not in a relationship.
33. What does AS/Adult Swim mean on TikTok?

The Adult Swim trend is taking over TikTok, with users creating their own 'bumpers' in the style of the iconic Cartoon Network adult-themed programming block. Users will film themselves in random places, and then put a caption or 'adult swim' over the top. The posts will usually be tagged with #AdultSwim or #AS.
34. What does ALR mean on TikTok?

ALR has a few meanings online but the most popular definition on TikTok is that is means 'alright'. The #ALR hashtag is also used on popular videos in order to get more views.
35. What does YT mean on TikTok?

If you've seen the letters 'YT' all over your For You Page and you thought it mean YouTube, you wouldn't be the only one. However, 'YT' is actually a slang term or abbreviation for 'white', and people use it to refer to someone's race or skin tone.
36. What does TVA mean on TikTok?

If you've been wondering what TVA means on TikTok, or who The TVA are, then you probably haven't watched any of Disney+'s Loki series yet. The acronym comes from Marvel, and it means Time Variance Authority. The TVA are a fictional organisation that monitor and protect the sacred timeline in the MCU.
37. What does Looted mean on TikTok?

The term 'looted' was popularised by TikToker user @chasinn.loot. The word is a synonym for "drip" and "swag", used to describe someone's outfit or style. A lot of @chasinn.loot's videos also use the snippet of YoungBoy Never Broke Again's 'I Don't Know'.
38. What does BMS mean on TikTok?

BMS, in TikTok terms, means 'broke my scale'. The scale that it's referring to is actually an attractiveness scale, and has nothing to with weight. Broke My Scale is used by TikTokers when commenting on people's videos, referring to their physical attractiveness. Who knew?!
39. What does KLM mean on TikTok?

Well, there's a couple of meanings for KLM. The first, according to Urban Dictionary is that it's "another way of writing Calm, which means like fine or okay." The acronym is also the name of a Dutch airline. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij N.V.) are not currently on TikTok but there is a parody account that often roasts Irish airline Ryanair.
40. What does Sizing Up mean on TikTok?

To you and me, to "size up" someone means to form a judgment of something or someone. But on TikTok, people are finding out that it has a whole different meaning in slang terms, a sexual meaning that is actually pretty awful. An entry on Urban Dictionary defines "sizing up" as "when a guy examines a girls thighs in order to see if she can take dick from him".
41. What does DNI mean on TikTok?

If you've seen 'DNI' anywhere on TikTok, it means 'Do Not Interact'. The internet acronym is mostly used by users who share NSFW and adult content that is not meant for anyone under the age of 18. The phrase allows users to signpost that they will not interact with underage people, and signifies a content warning to minor users. Users also use DNI when they don't want to interact with people who support or follow certain things.
42. What does 1437 mean on TikTok?

The 1437 TikTok phrase actually means "I love you forever". The phrase is all to do with the number of letters in each word. For example, "I" is a one letter word therefore the 1 in 1437 represents that. "Love" contains four letters, "you" contains 3 letters and "forever" contains 7 letters. Although the term is popular on TikTok, it's actually been used as an abbreviation for years in text messages and on chat forums.
43. What does Devious Lick mean on TikTok?

You've probably seen "Devious Lick" going viral on TikTok recently. The phrase essentially means 'stolen goods' or is used to describe that has been stolen in a sneaky way. It was first popularised by TikTok user @dtx.2cent who posted a video of a hand-sanitiser machine in a backpack alongside the caption: "Only a month into school and got this absolute devious lick." The video quickly gained over 7.2 million views in two days.
44. What does ATP mean on TikTok?

ATP actually has a number of meanings on the app. The hashtag will usually refer to the ATP tennis tour, while other slang terms mean "at this point" and "answer the phone". People have been using the abbreviation in a number of ways on the app.
45. What does the chair emoji mean on TikTok?

The chair emoji has started flooding comment sections on TikTok recently. The emoji is actually part of an "inside joke" started by user @blank.antho who told his followers to replace the laughing emoji with a chair. The joke went viral, and now people are sending chair emojis on videos that they find funny.
46. What does Baka mean on TikTok?

Baka means 'idiot', 'stupid', 'fool' or 'dumb' in Japanese language. The word can considered quite rude in some cases, depending on how you say it. But TikTokers – namely Anime and Manga fans – are using it in a jokey, light-hearted way.
47. What does Pick Me Girl mean on TikTok?

The term Pick Me Girl didn't originate on TikTok but it's become one of the defining terms for a certain type of user on the app. A Pick Me Girl, by the internet's definition, is someone who acts or claims that she is "not like other girls", usually to gain attention from guys. Pick Me Boys also apparently exist, and have been likened to Simps.
48. What does YMCA mean on TikTok?

YMCA is referenced in Bo Burnham's song 'Words, Words, Words.' The lyrics, "Met a girl named Macy, had sex with her all day. But she was dyslexic, so I ended up doin the YMCA", have gone viral on the app, referencing the Village People's iconic 'YMCA' dance routine. YMCA stands for 'Young Men's Christian Association'.
49. What does Bones Day mean on TikTok?

Bones Day and No Bones Day were born thanks to Noodle the Pug. Noodle is a 13-year-old dog whose owner, Jonathan Graziano, films him waking up each morning. If the dog is able to stand up, it's a Bones Day. If he flops back down, it's a No Bones Day. A Bones Day means you should seize the day and make the most of it. A No Bones Day means it's time to wrap it up and start again tomorrow.
50. What does SW mean on TikTok?

There's a couple of meanings for SW on the internet, but the primary meaning behind the term on TikTok is 'Sex Worker' (including people who earn money from OnlyFans) or 'Sex Work'. TikTok users often use 'SW' instead of the full name when discussing or posting about the topic in order to avoid being shadow banned by the algorithms or having their account removed.