Finna (modal phrase / US Slang)
(Also heard as: Fixna, Finna go, Finna be)
Definition:
Finna means “about to” or “going to”. It is a short form of “fixing to” that says you are planning to do something very soon.
Where Finna Comes From:
It comes from “fixing to”, a Southern US phrase, which was shortened in African American Vernacular English. It spread nationwide through music and social media.
How People Actually Use Finna:
Used before a verb to say what you are about to do: “I’m finna head out”. It is casual, spoken and typed, and often used by younger people online.
Is Finna Rude?
Not rude. It is informal slang, so it suits friends and social media more than formal writing.
Examples in the Wild:
- “I’m finna get some food, you want anything?”Meaning: I am about to get some food.
- “We finna be late if we don’t leave now.”Meaning: We are going to be late.
- “She finna blow up with this song.”Meaning: She is about to become really popular.
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