phrase🔥 Gen-Z slang

it's giving

gives off a certain vibe

What it means

Used to describe the overall vibe, energy, or impression that something or someone radiates. You finish the phrase with whatever it reminds you of, as in 'it's giving main character' or 'it's giving rich auntie.'

Examples

  • That outfit? It's giving rich auntie energy, love it.
  • The whole party setup, it's giving 2000s nostalgia.
  • Her attitude lately, it's giving main character.
  • This restaurant's vibe is giving cozy little Paris cafe.

Where it comes from

Rooted in Black and LGBTQ+ ballroom culture, where 'giving' described the energy someone served. It exploded on TikTok and Twitter around 2021.

Related slang

#hits different#vibe#main character#serve

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