HTFU

What Does HTFU Mean in a Text?

HTFU means "Harden the F*ck Up" and "Hurry the F*ck Up." Here is more information about each of these definitions with examples.

Harden the F*ck Up

On social media and chat forums, HTFU is used to mean "Harden the F*ck Up." In this context HTFU is used to criticize someone for responding overly-emotionally to a situation. For example:
  • Toni: My heart is broken. I will never love again.
  • Jo: HTFU. You had only been dating for a week.

Hurry the F*ck Up

HTFU also means "Hurry the F*ck Up." In this context, it is used to admonish someone who is running late. For example:
  • Sam: I'll be there in 20 minutes. Just got to massage the dog.
  • Lee: HTFU! We are late already.

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meaning of HTFU

"Harden the F*ck Up"

Summary of Key Points for the First Definition

"Harden the F*ck Up" is the most common definition for HTFU on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
HTFU
Definition:Harden the F*ck Up
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:guessability level 3

3: Guessable

Typical Users:typical user
Adults and Teenagers

Summary of Key Points for the Second Definition

"Hurry the F*ck Up" is another common definition for HTFU.
HTFU
Definition:Hurry the F*ck Up
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:guessability level 3

3: Guessable

Typical Users:typical user
Adults and Teenagers

Example of HTFU Used in a Text

HTFU
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