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ftfy
What does ftfy mean?
Often passive-aggressive, rewriting someone's words to flip the meaning into your own opinion.
"He said the movie was 'underrated' so I quoted it and replied 'overhyped, ftfy.'"
Origin
A forum and Reddit convention where you quote someone, edit the text, and tag it 'fixed that for you.' It works as both genuine help and comedic correction.
Frequently asked questions
What does FTFY mean in slang?
It means 'fixed that for you,' used after editing someone's quoted words. It can be a real correction or a joke that flips their meaning.
Is FTFY rude?
It can be cheeky or passive-aggressive when you rewrite someone's opinion. When you fix an actual typo, it's just helpful.
How do you use FTFY?
Quote what someone said, change it, then add FTFY at the end. The humor comes from the edit being pointed or absurd.
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