Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stfu
slang / abbreviation
ˈɛsˈtiˈɛfˈju
Definition
An acronym that stands for ‘shut the f*** up,’ used to tell someone to stop talking.
Examples
- When he wouldn’t stop bragging, I finally said, ‘STFU already!’
- She’s always telling me to STFU when I share my opinions on movies.
Meaning
STFU is often used in informal conversations, particularly online, as a blunt way to ask someone to be quiet.
Synonyms
- Be quiet
- Hush
- Shut up
