noun
Uncommon
vibe
vyb
Vibe (noun) means the general feeling or atmosphere given off by a person, place, or situation. Example: “The café had a really relaxed vibe.”
noun
1
The general feeling or atmosphere given off by a person, place, or situation.
"The café had a really relaxed vibe."
"I got a weird vibe from him as soon as we met."
"The whole street has a friendly vibe on a sunny Saturday morning."
verb
1
(informal) To get along well with someone or feel a natural connection.
"We vibed instantly and talked for hours."
"I think you two would vibe, because you both love old films."
"They vibed straight away and have been close friends ever since."
2
(informal) To relax and enjoy oneself, often while listening to music.
"We just vibed on the beach all afternoon."
"Let's just vibe in the garden tonight with some good tunes."
"She was vibing on the sofa with her headphones on."
How to use vibe
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe overall mood or feeling something gives off, or (as a verb) to relax or connect with someone.
When to use it
Very informal — fine in casual speech and social media, out of place in formal writing.
Common pairings
good vibe
bad vibe
get a vibe from
vibe with someone
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Word forms
- Plural
- vibes
- Third person singular
- vibes
- Past tense
- vibed
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Etymology
A shortened, informal form of "vibration."
Synonyms
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What does “vibe” mean?
The word “vibe” means the general feeling or atmosphere given off by a person, place, or situation. In plain terms, the overall mood or feeling something gives off, or (as a verb) to relax or connect with someone.
How do you pronounce “vibe”?
“Vibe” is pronounced vyb (/vaɪb/ in IPA).
How do you use “vibe” in a sentence?
Here is “vibe” used in a sentence: “The café had a really relaxed vibe.”
What part of speech is “vibe”?
Depending on how it is used, “vibe” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “vibe” a common word?
“Vibe” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “vibe” have?
“Vibe” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the general feeling or atmosphere given off by a person, place, or situation.
What is the difference between a "vibe" and an "atmosphere"?
Both refer to the mood of a place or situation, but "vibe" is informal and can also describe the feeling you sense from a person, while "atmosphere" is more neutral and suits formal writing. You might say a café has a relaxed vibe or a relaxed atmosphere.
Is "vibe" formal or informal?
"Vibe" is informal and belongs to casual, conversational English. In formal or professional writing, words such as "atmosphere," "mood," or "impression" are more appropriate.
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