Gen Alpha slang · Abbreviation
fym
Fym is Gen Alpha slang for a hostile "what do you mean?" with a swear word in front. Rated "Not safe" for adult use.
Where it came from
Dictionary.com records it as an expletive form of "what do you mean?", and also as an expletive insult, with examples from 2017 and 2018.
Tone check
Not for kids to use. Strong swearing, usually in an argument.
Checked against: Dictionary.com, FYM.
Added to this dictionary 2 November 2026
Used in a sentence
"fym you forgot?"
Related words
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