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Definitions by hopya

When you're deeply delusional and holding onto hope for a relationship that is never going to happen. It's a mix of the English word "hope" and a Pinoy pastry.

THE EVOLUTION
1900s: A literal bean-filled snack brought by Chinese immigrants.
1990s: Slang starts because it sounds like saying "hope ya."
2010s: Pop culture and internet fandoms use it for fake celebrity couples.
2020s: Mainstream dating slang for chasing mixed signals.
Thinking your situationship will suddenly want a commitment is top-tier hopia.
Hopia by hopya May 23, 2026