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that feeling when
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used to express a relatable emotion or situation, often humorously
What does "that feeling when" mean in internet slang?
It is often shortened to "TFW" and is used to describe a relatable emotion or situation, usually followed by a specific scenario that many people have experienced. People typically share TFW in memes, tweets, or captions to express humor, frustration, or nostalgia without needing a full sentence, such as "TFW you finally beat the boss after 50 tries" or "TFW your phone dies right before you hit send."
Examples
TFW you accidentally spill your Venti Frap all over your car.
