A
Algorithm System
The system that decides which videos to show each user on the For You Page. Analyzes interactions, watch time and preferences to personalize the feed.
Alt TikTok Slang
The "alternative" side of TikTok with more niche, artistic or underground content. Opposite of "Straight TikTok" which has more mainstream content.
B
Bussin Slang
Something that's really good. Often used for food. "This pizza is bussin!"
C
Cap / No Cap Slang
"Cap" means lie. "No cap" means "no lie" or "for real." Example: "This is the best restaurant in town, no cap."
Creator Fund Feature
TikTok's monetization program that pays creators based on views. Requires minimum 10K followers and 100K views in 30 days.
D
Duet Feature
Feature that lets you create a video side-by-side with another creator's video. Used for reactions, responses and collaborations.
F
FYP (For You Page) Feature
TikTok's main page where recommended videos appear. Where most people discover new content. Also used as hashtag (#fyp).
Flop Slang
A video that performed poorly, low views or engagement. The opposite of viral.
G
GRWM Format
"Get Ready With Me" - Video format where the person gets ready while chatting with the audience. Popular for makeup, outfits and routines.
H
Hook Technique
The first few seconds of your video that capture attention. Essential for keeping people watching.
L
L / W Slang
L = Loss (something bad). W = Win (something good). "That's an L" = That's bad/embarrassing.
Live Feature
Live broadcast. Available for accounts with 1,000+ followers. Allows real-time interaction and receiving virtual gifts.
N
Niche Concept
Specific area or theme of content. Successful creators usually focus on one niche (cooking, humor, fitness, etc.).
NPC Slang
"Non-Player Character" - People who act automatically or without their own personality. Also a live format where creators act like video game characters.
P
POV Format
"Point of View" - Video format where you show a situation from the viewer's perspective. "POV: You're my dog when I get home."
S
Shadowban System
When TikTok limits your content distribution without notifying you. Can happen for violating guidelines. Your videos stop appearing on the FYP.
Slay Slang
To do something really well, to nail it. "You slayed that look!"
Stitch Feature
Feature that lets you use up to 5 seconds of another video at the start of yours. Unlike Duet, it appears in sequence, not side-by-side.
T
Trend Concept
Viral tendency. Can be a dance, format, sound, challenge or meme that many people are doing.
TikTok Shop Feature
Integrated store in TikTok where creators and brands can sell products directly on the platform.
V
Viral Concept
Content that spreads rapidly and reaches millions of people. Every creator's dream.