Spirit Fingers (noun / US Slang, from Bring It On)
(Also heard as: Spirit fingers!, Jazz hands)
Definition:
Spirit fingers is a cheerleading move where you wiggle your outstretched fingers for enthusiasm. It is used jokingly for any over-the-top show of cheer.
Where Spirit Fingers Comes From:
It comes from cheerleading and was made famous by Bring It On (2000), where Missy tells a teammate “spirit fingers!” to boost their enthusiasm.
How People Actually Use Spirit Fingers:
Said with a hand wiggle to cheer someone on or to mock fake enthusiasm: “good luck, spirit fingers!”
Is Spirit Fingers Rude?
No. It is playful, though it can be a light tease.
Examples in the Wild:
- “You’ve got this. Spirit fingers!”Meaning: I’m cheering you on.
- “He ended the presentation with spirit fingers.”Meaning: He finished with a cheesy flourish.
- “Monday morning. Spirit fingers, everyone.”Meaning: A joke about forced enthusiasm.
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