📲 Comment Section Confused? We Got You.
If you’ve scrolled through TikTok comments or IG posts lately, you’ve probably spotted some strange, short, and sharp phrases like “ate,” “ratio,” “be so for real,” or “touch grass.”
But what do these weird little terms actually mean—and how do you use them without sounding like a total outsider?
Welcome to your guide for decoding the slang people drop casually (and sometimes brutally) in comment sections everywhere.
🍽️ “Ate” / “Left No Crumbs”
Meaning:
Someone did something perfectly—so good they metaphorically devoured it completely, leaving nothing behind.
Use:
- “That dance video? You ate and left no crumbs.”
- “Your new haircut? Ate.”
Vibe:
Complimentary, supportive, enthusiastic hype.
📈 “Ratio”
Meaning:
When a comment gets more likes than the original post (usually criticism or disagreement). If someone says “ratio” in reply to your comment, they’re trying to dunk on you publicly.
Use:
Vibe:
Competitive, slightly aggressive, and playful roast energy.
😑 “Be So For Real”
Meaning:
Telling someone they’re being ridiculous, unrealistic, or embarrassing. It’s basically saying, “please be serious.”
Use:
- “You think you’re dating Harry Styles because he liked your tweet once? Be so for real.”
Vibe:
Playfully judgmental, a blunt reality check.
🌿 “Touch Grass”
Meaning:
A funny yet direct way of telling someone to log off, go outside, or reconnect with reality. Usually used when someone’s too online or obsessing over something trivial.
Use:
- “You’ve commented 30 times today? Please touch grass.”
Vibe:
Good-natured, humorous dismissal, or gentle roast.
🥱 “Mid”
Meaning:
Something or someone is average, unimpressive, or boring.
Use:
- “This episode was so mid. Nothing happened.”
Vibe:
Low-effort criticism, dismissive energy.
🗑️ “Flop”
Meaning:
Something failed, was unimpressive, or didn’t meet expectations.
Use:
- “Your last joke was a flop.”
Vibe:
Casual criticism, humorous roast.
🤨 “Side-Eye”
Meaning:
Expresses skepticism, suspicion, or disapproval. Often typed simply as “side-eye.”
Use:
- “She says she’s never late. Side-eye.”
Vibe:
Humorous judgment, casual doubt.
🫠 “Send Help”
Meaning:
Used humorously when someone’s overwhelmed or embarrassed by something they or someone else did.
Use:
- “He just posted another shirtless pic? Send help.”
Vibe:
Self-aware humor, mildly distressed.
🗣️ “Louder”
Meaning:
Strongly agreeing with a point someone else made, wanting it emphasized even more.
Use:
- “Social media breaks are good for mental health.”
- Reply: “LOUDER for the people in the back!”
Vibe:
Supportive enthusiasm, amplifying an important statement.
🎬 “Scene”
Meaning:
A comment used when something is overly dramatic or feels scripted.
Use:
- “You really wrote a whole essay comment on someone’s TikTok? Scene.”
Vibe:
Lightly mocking theatrical behavior.
📱 Real-Life Examples in Comment Sections
- TikTok Comment: “That transition at 0:13 ateeee 😍🔥”
- IG Reply: “Not you thinking you’re besties with Taylor Swift… be so for real.”
- Twitter/X thread: Original tweet: “Coffee is overrated.”
Reply: “Ratio. ☕️ is life.”
🧠 Why Comment Slang is Everywhere:
- Quick, punchy way to respond.
- Instantly sets a relatable or humorous tone.
- Helps people express strong feelings simply.
🔗 Related Posts for Your Slang Game:
- Words That Don’t Sound Like Slang (But Totally Are)
- Slang for Saying You’re Over It (Without Saying It)
- Modern Ways to Say Someone’s Annoying (Without Saying It)
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