Street
on foe
What does on foe mean?
A phrase used to swear you're telling the truth, short for "on foe nem" (on my folks/friends/the gang). Saying "on foe" is like swearing on your loved ones that something is real.
"On foe, I didn't touch your stuff."
Origin
"On foe" comes from AAVE and Chicago/Midwest street slang, short for "on foe nem" — a respelling of "folks and them," meaning your people or gang. "On foe" became a way to swear on your loved ones, spreading through hip-hop and TikTok.
Frequently asked questions
What does on foe mean?
On foe means "on my friends" or "on the gang" — used to swear something is true, like "I swear to God."
Where did on foe come from?
It comes from AAVE and Chicago street slang, short for "on foe nem" (folks and them), and spread through hip-hop and TikTok.
What does foe nem mean?
"Foe nem" is a respelling of "folks and them," meaning your close circle, family, or crew.
How do you use on foe in a sentence?
For example: "on foe, it's true" — meaning I swear it's true.
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