FAFO

Texting & Internet Slang abbreviation · Gen Z Slang

FAFO
Stands forF*** around and find out
CategoriesTexting & Internet Slang

FAFO stands for F*** around and find out, a Gen Z slang abbreviation.

Warns that reckless or provocative behavior will bring consequences, or describes someone suffering the consequences of their own actions. Common in memes, comments and political discourse.

Example: Ignored three parking tickets and got the car towed, classic fafo.

Usage notes

Often paired with images of people meeting the results of their bad decisions. It appears on T-shirts, flags and in political memes. Contains strong profanity in its full form, so avoid it in professional settings.

More Gen Z slang abbreviations

  • AF – As f***
  • ATP – At this point
  • BFFR – Be f***ing for real
  • BSF – Best friend
  • Delulu – Delusional
  • DTI – Dress to Impress
  • Fam – Family
  • FR – For real
  • FRFR – For real, for real
  • FS – For sure
  • GOAT – Greatest of all time
  • GTS – Go to sleep

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