TikTok just dropped some new slang. These are common for the Gen-Z but they have us scratching our heads. What do ‘LWK’ and ‘BFFR’ mean?
What does TikTok mean by ‘LWK’?
Gen-Z is always coming up with new ways to get its message across with minimum effort. They are widely known for thinking outside the box after all. Thus this short language comes into question.
One of the new abbreviations or ‘slang’ as they are called, that has entered town is ‘LWK’. What is the full form of this word though? Well, Urban Dictionary accurately defines ‘LWK’ as follows:
This definition leads us to another new slang word ‘Low-key’. Lowkey is often used to describe something that is lowkey or has a low profile. This implies that it is not something that is a big deal or is worth giving too much attention to.
Some examples of the use of ‘LWK’ are:
Example of ‘LWK’ on TikTok:
How is ‘BFFR’ being used?
The second Gen-Z slang that we are taking a look at today is ‘BFFR’ from TikTok.
This phrase is regularly used by the average Gen-Z, commonly spoken in-between friends while gossiping and venting. It expresses the disbelief of the person speaking in regard to a variety of topics everything from politics to trend culture.
This phrase is used in many different ways and has many different meanings. From internally wondering if someone is being foolish on purpose. It is also used when it seems as though a person has lost touch with reality.
An example of that can be:
person 1: I am definitely going to start working on my project tonight!
person 2: yeah sureeee dude, you definitely will.
How is ‘BFFR’ being used on TikTok?
TikTok is still divided on its use of ‘BFFR’ on its site. The word has certainly started to rise in popularity but at the same time, that is causing people who are not in the know to be left confused.
To appear cool and smart, some people have started using this word without understanding the meaning behind it. While others have resorted to having a direct approach and asking their fellow people what it means. One example of this can be seen by a particular TikTok user.
