BRUH

What Does BRUH Mean?

BRUH means "Brother" and is also an Expression of disdain or incredulity. Here is more information about the meaning of BRUH, together with examples of use.

Brother

The word BRUH is widely used online, mainly between young men and boys, with the meaning "Brother" to refer to a close friend. For example:
  • Dwane: Yo BRUH, what's happening?
  • Toby: Not much BRUH.
In this context, BRUH means the same as abbreviations such as BLOOD, BRAH and BRO.

Expression of Disdain or Incredulity

BRUH is also used as an expression of disdain or incredulity, typically in response to a silly or stupid comment or question. For example:
  • Sam: What date is Independence Day this year?
  • Jo: BRUH!
In this context, BRUH is similar to abbreviations such as LDO ("Like Duh, Obviously").

Video Summarizing BRUH

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When I write BRUH, I mean this:

meaning of BRUH

BRUH is also used as an expression of disdain or incredulity.

Summary of Key Points

First Definition for BRUH

"Brother" is the most common definition for BRUH on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
BRUH
Definition:Brother
Type:Slang Word (Jargon)
Guessability:guessability level 1
1: Easy to guess
Typical Users:typical user

Adults and Teenagers

Second Definition for BRUH

BRUH is also used as an expression of disdain or incredulity.
BRUH
Definition:Expression of Disdain or Incredulity
Type:Slang Word (Jargon)
Guessability:guessability level 2

2: Quite easy to guess

Typical Users:typical user

Adults and Teenagers

An Academic Look at BRUH

BRUH is a slang word. Slang refers to words, phrases and uses of language that are regarded as very informal and which are often restricted to a special context or a particular group of users.

When used as an expression of disdain or incredulity, BRUH is typically used as an interjection. An interjection is included in a sentence to express a sentiment such as surprise or incredulity (as well as disgust, joy, excitement, or enthusiasm).

Example of BRUH Used in a Text

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See Also

DUH (really? you don't say) B (be, bro or brother, black) BB (barebacking, be back [in], big brother (tv), body builder) BFAM (brother from another mother) BIL (brother in-law) BREDA (brother or friend) BRODA (brother like yoda) BRUV (brother) CUH (cousin (also meaning friend or brother)) LYLAB (love you like a brother) OB (oh, brother)

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