facepalm
Gen X#reactionMeaning. To cover your face with your hand because something is embarrassing or stupid.
See it in a sentence
He replied all to the whole company, and I just facepalmed.
How each generation says it
The closest equivalent for this idea in every generation.
- Gen Z
- Gen AlphaHaven't found the match yet.
- MillennialHaven't found the match yet.
- Gen X · this onefacepalm
- Boomer
- Plain Englishto cover your face with your hand because something is embarrassing or stupid
Related slang
and I oopGen Z
An expression of sudden surprise, shock, or an awkward slip-up.
#reactionbig dealBoomer
A sarcastic response meaning something is not impressive.
#reactionbig yikesGen Z
A reaction to something very awkward, embarrassing, or cringeworthy.
#reactioncool story, broMillennial
A sarcastic response implying a story or complaint is unimpressive.
#reaction