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BFFR: Short for “be f*cking for real,” this acronym has definitely been making the rounds on the internet — especially on TikTok. We’re here to take a closer look at exactly what this term means, including how to use it in a variety of digital ways. We’ll even touch on the origins of BFFR within the African American community, along with the meaning of BFFR’s sister term, BFR.
BFFR is slang for “being fucking real”. It’s a quick way to show doubt or cynicism in a message, show how surprised you are by something, or call out ridiculousness and stupidity in all their forms. Although this term has gone viral among Gen Z, it comes from African American Vernacular English (AAVE).
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