Meaning & UsageOrigin & LanguageExamplesWhere It’s Used
To show off something, often wealth or status.African American Vernacular English; popularized through rap music in the 1990s and 2000s.“He’s always flexing his new car.”
“Nice watch, big flex.”
United States (also used globally online)

Description of flex

The slang “flex” means to brag or show off. It started in rap culture and is now common in memes and online talk. It can be positive (impressive) or negative (arrogant), depending on context.

Examples of flex in conversation:

  • “She flexed her new phone on everyone.”
  • “That’s a subtle flex, bro.”

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