IKIAB is a Gen Z and Gen Alpha slang word meaning “I Keep It A Buck — Gen Alpha slang for “I’m gonna tell you the truth””. Here’s the full IKIAB meaning explained, with examples, origin, and how to say it in 10+ languages.
What is IKIAB? IKIAB Meaning Explained
I Keep It A Buck — Gen Alpha slang for “I’m gonna tell you the truth”
IKIAB stands for “I Keep It A Buck” — and it’s basically Gen Alpha’s way of saying “I’m about to be real with you.” It’s used right before dropping the truth, especially when it’s blunt, harsh, or brutally honest. You’ll see it in TikTok vids and comment roasts where someone’s not sugarcoating anything. Just facts.
“IKIAB” is Gen Alpha’s new intro for brutal honesty. It means the filter’s off, the truth is loading, and it might get messy. Whether it’s a fashion flop or a delulu diagnosis, if someone starts with “IKIAB,” brace yourself for a reality check.
IKIAB — Slang Examples in Sentences
“IKIAB he fumbled so hard.”
| Sentence | Translation / Context |
|---|
| “IKIAB you looked crazy saying that.” | Used in Gen Alpha comment roasts and hot takes. |
| “IKIAB that was not it.” | A bold preface for saying something harsh or real. |
| “IKIAB he fumbled so hard.” | Used both sincerely and ironically. |
| “Just say you hate me IKIAB 😭” | Common in TikTok TTS skits and CapCut edits. |
| “IKIAB she was lowkey right tho.” | Functions like “no offense but…” with zero filter. |
It’s about truth-telling with dramatic flair. Delivers energy and chaos in one.
Where Did “IKIAB” Come From? IKIAB Origin
IKIAB began wide-spread usage in 2025
Rose out of Gen Alpha’s obsession with sounding smart while staying unhinged.
IKIAB in Every Language
Learn how to say (or at least explain) IKIAB in 9+ languages! Jump to a section from the table above to read about IKIAB in every language.
IKIAB意味｜IKIABとは？ 🇯🇵
IKIABの意味は？Gen Alpha流の「マジで言うけど」表現。
IKIAB（アイキアビー）は、「本音を言うと…」的な正直発言の前置き。
IKIAB의미｜IKIAB이란? 🇰🇷
IKIAB 뜻: 진심을 말할 때 시작하는 신조어
IKIAB(아이키에이비)는 솔직한 발언을 할 때 쓰는 표현이에요.
IKIAB意思｜IKIAB是什么？ 🇨🇳
IKIAB 是什么意思？直说实话前的“我说真的”。
IKIAB（直说）表示在说出真实想法或批评前的口头前缀。
IKIAB Bedeutung｜Was Bedeutet IKIAB? 🇩🇪
Was bedeutet IKIAB? Gen Alpha sagt es, wenn sie offen die Wahrheit sagen.
IKIAB ist ein Ausdruck für ehrliche, direkte Aussagen bei Gen Alpha.
IKIAB Significado｜¿Qué Significa IKIAB? 🇪🇸
¿Qué significa IKIAB? Un modo de decir: voy a ser 100% honesto.
IKIAB es la frase Gen Alpha para decir la verdad sin filtros.
IKIAB Significato｜Che Cosa Vuol Dire IKIAB? 🇮🇹
Cosa vuol dire IKIAB? È come dire: te lo dico chiaro e tondo.
IKIAB è la sigla per “I Keep It A Buck” – dire la verità con energia.
IKIAB Signification｜C’est Quoi IKIAB? 🇫🇷
Quelle est la signification de IKIAB ? Dire la vérité sans filtre.
IKIAB est l’expression Gen Alpha pour dire “je vais être honnête.”
IKIAB значение｜Что такое IKIAB? 🇷🇺
Что значит IKIAB? Это как “скажу честно, без прикрас.”
IKIAB — это фраза Gen Alpha перед тем как сказать жёсткую правду.
IKIAB ما معنى｜المعنى IKIAB؟ 🇸🇦
ما معنى IKIAB؟ يعني قول الحقيقة حتى لو كانت قاسية.
IKIAB هو تعبير Gen Alpha يعني “بقولك الصراحة.”
IKIAB Overview
IKIAB is Gen Alpha’s “real talk” signal — always spicy, never subtle.
That’s the full slang guide for IKIAB, straight from the Skibidi DB!
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