feels

The word “feels” means (informal, plural) Strong or tender emotions. In plain terms, casual internet slang for a rush of emotion, usually nostalgic or sentimental.

“Feels” is pronounced feelz (/fiːlz/ in IPA).

Here is “feels” used in a sentence: “That old song gives me all the feels.”

“Feels” is a noun.

“Feels” is a very common word in modern English.

To be 'in your feels' means you are caught up in strong emotions — often nostalgic, sad, or sentimental. The phrase is casual internet and text slang, suggesting someone is feeling unusually emotional or reflective, sometimes after music, a memory, or a late night. It is playful rather than clinical.

Very informal. 'Feels' as a plural noun for emotions is slang that grew out of internet and social-media culture, as in 'that gave me all the feels.' It is fine in casual chat, texts, and memes, but you should use 'feelings' or 'emotions' in formal writing or professional settings.

You will most often see it in sentences like 'that movie gave me all the feels' or 'I'm in my feels tonight.' Both use 'feels' to describe a rush of strong emotion. The term is affectionate and lighthearted, popular in captions, comments, and everyday conversation among friends.