baes

Texted terms of endearment

Baes is the plural of bae, slang for a romantic partner or someone dear.

The term originated in African American English, possibly as a shortened form of "baby" or "babe," though some use it as an acronym for "before anyone else." Shoutout to all my baes.

The word peaked in popularity in the mid-2010s and now often carries an ironic or playful tone.

romantic

sweetheart

Affectionate name for beloved

partner · lover · significant other · crush · flame · heartthrob · valentine · honey · boo · cuddle buddy

affectionate

dear

Treasured or costly

angel · sunshine · love · sweetheart · cutie · sugar · pumpkin · baby · sweetness · honeybun

casual

squad

Small working group

fam · besties · gang · posse · buddies · mates · pals · compadres · entourage · clique

Opposites
relational closeness

baesstrangers

People unknown to you

enemies · acquaintances · foes · nobodies · randos

emotional valence

baesenemies

Hostile opposing parties

haters · foes · nemeses · rivals · adversaries

register/formality

baesspouses

Married partners

partners · significant others · husbands · fiancés · wives

Phrases
  • Salt BaeTheatrical Turkish steakhouse owner
Family

bae

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G