Bruh

Bruh (interjection / US Slang)

(Also heard as: Bruhh, Bruh moment, Bruh what)

Definition:

Bruh is an all-purpose exclamation of disbelief, disappointment, annoyance or amusement. It can also mean “bro” or “dude”, a casual way of addressing a friend. A flat “bruh” says “I cannot believe you just did that”, and a “bruh moment” is an awkward or facepalm-worthy event.

Where Bruh Comes From:

“Bruh” is a respelling of “bro”, itself short for “brother”, and comes from African American Vernacular English. It grew through Black Twitter, Vine and YouTube in the 2010s, and “bruh moment” memes pushed it into the mainstream. Gen Z now uses it constantly in text and speech.

How People Actually Use Bruh:

Replying “bruh” to a ridiculous message is a complete sentence. Friends use “bruh” to start a story: “bruh, you will not believe this”. Tone does the work: dry and deadpan for disbelief, or warm when it means “my friend”.

Is Bruh Rude?

Not really. It is casual and can be dismissive if aimed at someone seriously, but among friends it is normal.

Examples in the Wild:

• “He forgot his own birthday. Bruh.”

  Meaning: I cannot believe it.

• “Bruh, that trailer is insane.”

  Meaning: Hey friend, this is amazing.

• “Dropped my phone in the sink, total bruh moment.”

  Meaning: A facepalm-worthy mistake.

Similar Slang:

Bro, Cringe, Sheesh, Fam, Mid, Bestie

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