The phrase "Salty" means 'jealous (of someone).' When someone says another person is "Salty", they are suggesting that the individual is envious or bitter about someone else's success or good fortune.
She got salty when she saw her ex with his new girlfriend.
Don't be so salty just because he got a promotion and you didn't.
He's always salty when someone else gets more attention than him.
She got salty when she saw her ex with his new girlfriend. Don't be so salty just because he got a promotion and you didn't.
2 Expressing someone's jealousy or resentment towards othersHe's always salty when someone else gets more attention than him. She's been acting salty ever since her friend got a new car.
3 Referring to someone's negative attitude or bitternessHe's always salty about other people's success. She's been feeling salty ever since she lost the competition.
The phrase "salty" originated in African American Vernacular English (AAVE) and has since become popular in mainstream culture. It gained popularity through social media, online communication platforms, and hip-hop culture.
While "salty" is often used in a sentence to describe someone's behavior or attitude, it can also be used on its own to convey the same meaning. For example, if someone is acting jealous, you might simply say "Salty!" to describe their behavior.
The phrase "salty" is not offensive in itself. It is a slang term used to describe someone who is jealous or resentful.
The phrase "salty" is commonly used by younger generations, especially millennials and Gen Z. People familiar with modern slang, social media, and internet culture are more likely to use and understand it.
While the phrase "salty" originated in African American Vernacular English (AAVE), it has become widely used across English-speaking regions, particularly in the United States. However, its popularity has spread beyond those boundaries due to the influence of social media and internet culture.
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Slang are words and phrases usually considered informal and are more common in conversation. Slang often comes from pop culture and can help you better understand social spaces. It can expand your vocabulary and allow you to express yourself in different informal settings. But slang can sometimes be offensive, so it’s good to know when and how to use it. Learn all about slang here!
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