Phrase | Modern / Online Expression
Encyclopedia of British Slang
ITS GIVING
Phrase | Neutral | Modern / Online Expression
ITS GIVING Pronunciation: /?ts ‘g?v-??/ Part of Speech: Phrase Severity Level: Neutral Category: Modern / Online Expression
Definition
Its giving is used to describe the vibe, impression, or aesthetic something conveys.
It is often followed by a descriptive phrase.
Usage
Its giving main character energy. Its giving 90s rom-com. Its giving chaos.
The verb giving does not imply physical transfer. It signals impression.
Origins
Emerging from internet and LGBTQ+ community discourse, the phrase gained popularity through TikTok and online culture in the early 2020s.
It migrated into mainstream British speech among younger generations.
Cultural Context
The phrase reflects the growing influence of internet-born syntax on everyday English.
It compresses evaluation into a stylistic shorthand.
Instead of saying:
This outfit reminds me of early 2000s club fashion.
One says:
Its giving 2003.
The efficiency is the point.
Social Function
Its giving allows commentary without overstatement.
It can express:
Admiration
Irony
Disapproval
Amusement
Tone and facial expression complete the meaning.
Severity Comparison
Compared to traditional British descriptors like:
Proper Authentic
Cracking Excellent
Dodgy Suspicious
Its giving is more aesthetic than judgmental.
It evaluates mood rather than morality.
Regional & Generational Notes
More common among younger speakers and online-active communities.
Less frequent in older or rural speech.
Its spread reflects social media influence rather than geography.
Example Sentences
Positive:
Its giving luxury.
Mocking:
Its giving midlife crisis.
Neutral:
Its giving office-core.
Anthropological Insight
The phrase demonstrates how British slang increasingly absorbs global internet culture while retaining local tone.
It is evaluative but not aggressive.
It signals cultural awareness.
Final Assessment
Its giving is modern shorthand for aesthetic analysis.
It reflects the digital ages influence on British speech.
Concise. Flexible. Highly adaptable.
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