Love Tropes
This classic trope involves two people who start out absolutely loathing each other but end up realize their "hate" was actually just repressed tension.
What is "Enemies to Lovers"?
Her album SOS provided the anthem for everyone who "might kill their ex" (not a literal idea, just a vibe).
Who is "SZA"?
Someone who stops responding to your texts completely.
What is "Red Flag"?
This love language includes cuddling and hand-holding
What is "Physical Touch"?
This term describes a sudden, inexplicable feeling of disgust toward someone you were previously attracted to—often triggered by something minor like how they eat
What is "The Ick"?
When two friends realize they’re in love after pretending not to notice for years.
What is "Friends to Lovers"?
Sabrina Carpenter’s caffeine-themed hit that suggests she’s the reason her crush can’t sleep at night.
What is "Espresso"?
When they don't stop trying to rizz you up even after you start dating.
What is "Green Flag"?
Expressing love, appreciation, and encouragement through written notes and compliments.
"________ is the solulu."
What is "Delulu"?
What Lara Jean and Peter did in To All the Boys I've Loved Before to fool everyone.
What is "Fake Dating"?
This 2016 Frank Ocean album is still the go-to crying soundtrack for everyone everywhere.
What is "Blonde"?
Saying "ILY" instead of "I love you"
What is "Red Flag"?
Surprising your partner by Uber Eats-ing them some food or a drink is an example of this language.
What is "Acts of Service"?
This is the act of posting your first photo with a significant other on Instagram, making it "official" to everyone
What is "Hard Launch"
This trope features contrasting personalities
What is "Grumpy/Sunshine"?
The Toxic King Commonly referred to as the "CEO of Situationships," this R&B artist is known for toxic love anthems like "Trust" and "Clouded."
Who is "Brent Faiyaz"?
When they know your order.
What is "Green Flag"?
Surrounding your partner with small "just because" items, like a $5 Sonny Angel, a sticker, or their favorite bag of chips
What is "Receiving Gifts"?
What do you call an unlabeled relationship (aka Humiliation ritual before being official)
What is "Situationship"?
This trope is the ultimate test of patience, where the couple takes multiple seasons (or 500+ pages) to finally have their first kiss.
What is "Slow burn"?
This 2010 Eminem and Rihanna collaboration is about a "toxic" cycle that "watches it burn".
What is "Love the Way You Lie"?
When they don't know and don't try to communicate their feelings.
What is "Red Flag"?
If you’re sending your partner 15 TikToks a day just to say "this reminded me of you," your love language is likely this.
What is "Quality Time"?
What could you call your lil tingy ting on campus.
What is "The Huzz"?