In Gen Z slang, "tea" refers to gossip or juicy, interesting news. To "spill the tea" means to share that gossip or information and the phrase is an evolution from older expressions like "spill the beans", while "sipping tea" implies privately enjoying the drama or details. The term originates from Black and LGBTQ+ communities, particularly drag culture, and has become popular on social media like TikTok.
Gamitin natin nang bongga:
"What's the tea?": (What's the gossip/news?)
"Spill the tea!": (Tell me the gossip!)
"I'm sipping tea": (I'm quietly enjoying the drama/gossip)
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