6-7? Aura farming? 2025s viral internet slang, explained

6-7? Aura farming? 2025's viral internet slang, explained Crystal Bell Read Full Bio Join Mashable as we look back at the viral videos, breakout movies, memes, dating trends, tech buzz, scientific breakthroughs, and more moments that defined 2025! Each year, the internet gives birth to a new lexicon , one that's as fast-moving and unpredictable as the online trends that fuel it. 2025 is no different, with a fresh crop of viral slang that’s quickly become shorthand for everything from viral moments to internet culture’s quirks. More than words, these phrases are creative expressions of identity in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Whether you're on TikTok, Twitch, or the latest meme loop, these are the terms that have dominated conversations among Gen Z and Gen Alpha this year. The cult and community of Labubu Buckle up, because we’re about to break down the slang that has defined 2025. You're about to hear these words everywhere, whether you're ready or not. You May Also Like Aura farming Aura farming is the art of cultivating an undeniable, magnetic energy that draws people in. It’s all about crafting a vibe so strong and captivating that others can’t help but be pulled into your orbit. Whether it's exuding confidence, radiating charm, or just owning the room, aura farming is often used to elevate one’s status and influence. While the phrase technically evolved from a 2024 meme , it truly peaked this year. A prime example? Sung Jinwoo, the protagonist of Solo Leveling , who’s become the internet’s unofficial king of aura farming . His journey is all about leveling up, both in power and presence, as he faces stronger dungeon bosses. In a sense, the entire anime is one big exercise in aura farming, a constant evolution of strength and influence, perfectly embodying the idea. Cook, cooking, cooked When someone says "let me cook," they’re preparing to flex their skills or impress with a creative idea or a solution. It’s the digital equivalent of saying, "Let me show you what I can do." Whether it’s a fire take or a dope outfit, you’ll know they’re about to serve something incredible. But cooking isn’t always a win. In a different context, when someone says they’re "cooked," it means they're out of options, overworked, or done for - like they’ve been taken to their limit. In a way, it’s the inverse: where "let me cook" invites success and flair, "I'm cooked" signals that it's all over for them. Alternatively, you could also say, "I'm fried." This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Fanum tax If you're not familiar with this quirky phrase, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Born from the antics of Twitch streamer and former AMP collective member Fanum, "Fanum tax" is a silly way to describe that cheeky act of snagging a bite of someone else’s food, without asking. (You gotta pay the Fanum tax!) Explaining the phrase to GQ, Fanum simply said, " Feed your friends, bro ."...

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