Aave
flex
What does flex mean?
To show off something you have or have done, often boastfully — money, achievements, or possessions.
"He keeps flexing about the new car in every group chat."
Origin
AAVE and hip-hop slang, extending "flex" (show physical strength) to showing off in general.
Frequently asked questions
What does "flex" mean?
To show off something you have or have done, often boastfully — money, achievements, or possessions.
How do you use "flex" in a sentence?
For example: "He keeps flexing about the new car in every group chat."
Where does "flex" come from?
AAVE and hip-hop slang, extending "flex" (show physical strength) to showing off in general.
Is "flex" AAVE (African-American Vernacular English)?
Yes — "flex" is classed as AAVE (African-American Vernacular English) on FreeDict. To show off something you have or have done, often boastfully — money, achievements, or possessions.
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