@ me (at me)
“@ me” means directly call me out or mention me in a post, often used to invite confrontation or sarcastically challenge someone.
What does “@ me” mean in the context of social media?
@ me is a slang expression used on social media to tell someone to directly address or confront you, often when they’re being indirect or subtweeting. It comes from the act of tagging someone with the "@" symbol in a post or comment to get their attention.
The phrase is frequently used in a playful, sarcastic, or confrontational way. If someone is throwing shade without naming names, a person might say “@ me next time” to suggest they just say it outright.
Example
“If you think pineapple doesn’t belong on pizza, @ me. I’m ready to defend it. 🍍🔥”
What are ways to use “@ me” on social media?
Use “@ me” to directly invite someone to engage with you, especially in debates, hot takes, or when responding to passive-aggressive posts. It can also be used humorously to self-identify with a trend, opinion, or stereotype.
For instance, if a tweet says, “People who organize their apps by color are wild,” someone who does that might reply with “okay but @ me next time 😤.”
Pro Tip
Use @ me with caution—while it’s often playful, it can come off as confrontational depending on tone and context. Emojis can help clarify your intent.
Related Terms
Subtweet, Shade, Tag, Mention, Call Out
