Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

sadfishing

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: sad-fish-ing
IPA

18

Scrabble Score

10

Letters

3

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The practice of writing about one’s unhappiness or emotional problems on social media, especially in a vague way, in order to attract attention and a sympathetic response.

Uncountable

verb

present participle and gerund of sadfish

Example Sentences

"A report […] says that accusations of so-called sadfishing could be further harming already vulnerable children and young people with mental health problems."

Etymology

Blend of sad + catfishing, implying that this is an exploitative and deceptive online act.

Usage

Uncountable

Questions

What does sadfishing mean?: The practice of writing about one’s unhappiness or emotional problems on social media, especially in a vague way, in order to attract attention and a sympathetic response.
Where does sadfishing come from?: Blend of sad + catfishing, implying that this is an exploitative and deceptive online act.

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