Gen Alpha slang · Phrase
main character
Meaning
Main character is Gen Alpha slang for behaving as if the world revolves around you, used mainly by ages 13–28.
Where it came from
From TikTok around 2020, originally aspirational ("main character energy"), now more often critical.
Tone check
Depends entirely on tone.
Used in a sentence
"Full main character behaviour."
Peak: 2021–2025
Age range: 13–28
Safe for adults to use
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