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tsundere
What does tsundere mean?
Used to describe push-pull behavior in flirting or friendship — mean one minute, sweet the next.
"Stop being a tsundere and just admit you missed me."
Origin
A Japanese blend of 'tsun tsun' (turning away coldly) and 'dere dere' (lovey-dovey). It became a defined character type in Japanese fan culture in the early 2000s and spread globally via anime.
Frequently asked questions
What does tsundere mean?
It describes a character or person who acts cold and hostile on the outside but is secretly sweet and affectionate underneath.
What's the opposite of a tsundere?
A 'deredere' character, who is openly sweet and loving all the time, or a 'yandere', who is loving but dangerously obsessive.
Why do tsundere characters say baka?
'Baka' means idiot, and tsundere characters often insult their love interest to hide their real feelings. It's basically affection in disguise.
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