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best girl
What does best girl mean?
The female anime character a fan rates above all others in a given series, especially in shows with a love-triangle or harem setup. Declaring your best girl is a fandom rite.
"Hinata is best girl and that's final."
Origin
An English fandom phrase that grew out of anime shipping culture, where fans debate which female character the protagonist should end up with. It became a meme staple through forums, Reddit, and YouTube comment sections in the 2010s.
Frequently asked questions
What does best girl mean in anime?
It's the female character a fan loves most in a series and thinks the protagonist should pick. It's a way of declaring your favorite.
What is best boy?
Best boy is the male equivalent — the male character a fan rates highest in a show.
Is best girl the same as a waifu?
They overlap but differ. Best girl is your favorite within one specific show, while a waifu is a character you claim as an ideal partner across all of anime.
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