MFW
My expression then
MFW is internet shorthand for "my face when," introducing a reaction—usually an image or GIF—that captures how the speaker feels about a situation: MFW I realize it's only Tuesday.
The phrase sets up an emotional response, often exaggerated or humorous, to relatable scenarios.
Common in memes and social media posts.
Shared online humor
- acronymWord made from initials
- initialismSpelled-out letter shortening
- TwitterMicroblogging social network
- RedditSocial news aggregator
Tumblr · caption · hashtag · viral · post · comment · slang · abbreviation
Conveyed thought or feeling
- shockViolent sudden disturbance
- disbeliefRejection of truth claims
- surpriseUnexpected event causing astonishment
- stunnedShocked into speechlessness
speechless · amazement · astonishment · bewilderment · incredulity · dumbfounded · flabbergasted · gobsmacked
Sensed inner state
- moodPrevailing emotional condition
- sentimentFelt attitude or view
- momentBrief period of time
- realizationGrasping what's true
epiphany · revelation · recognition · dawning · awareness · resonance · relatability · universality
meme
Shared online humor
- acronymWord made from initials
- initialismSpelled-out letter shortening
- TwitterMicroblogging social network
Reddit · Tumblr · caption · hashtag · viral · post · comment · slang · abbreviation · netspeak
expression
Conveyed thought or feeling
- shockViolent sudden disturbance
- disbeliefRejection of truth claims
- surpriseUnexpected event causing astonishment
stunned · speechless · amazement · astonishment · bewilderment · incredulity · dumbfounded · flabbergasted · gobsmacked · startled
feeling
Sensed inner state
realization · epiphany · revelation · recognition · dawning · awareness · resonance · relatability · universality · connection
MFWpoker face
Intentionally expressionless look
no reaction · expressionless · stone-faced · blank stare · no comment
MFWpoker face
Intentionally expressionless look
stoic · unmoved · indifferent · deadpan · unfazed