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Tarof is the act of offering something in a manner sufficient to demonstrate sincerity, but is simply a facade to appear more genuine than one actually is. It can be shown by conduct, an offer, or by any means in which there appears to be an intent to tender to another. One could think of a tarof as an undisclosed, one-sided, unilateral contract where the offeror is obligated to pay in exchange for the act or abstention from acting. In a case where tarof is present or occurring, the accepting party must first decline the offer or restrain oneself from quickly agreeing to take (abstention from acting). The problems that arise from accepting an offer in a hastily manner are internal and only detrimentally harm the offeror. If a tarof is accepted too quickly, without hesitation, delay or indecisiveness on the part of the party accepting, the "tarof-er" is quick to become offended (meanwhile secretly shocked) and leaves with underlying resentment and bitterness in which they never bring to the surface or openly recognize. However, the "tarof-er" may privately complain to his/her close companion(s) regarding the surprising encounter in order to vent and release their frustration over the other person's inability to first reject or turn down their offer prior to accepting it.

Take-away: It is only custom that you first refuse the "good" or "act" of the "tarof-er" prior to taking/accepting it in order to avoid bitter feelings and to ultimately leave the situation winning.
"Please do not tarof with me regarding the last two khormas in the fridge-- just take them Marziyeh!"

"I have asked you many times Shahrzad not to tarof those custard-filled pirashki's to me if you really want to eat them all yourself..."

"Maman, how many times are you going to tarof that albaloo polo to me?! I am allergic to albaloo's!"

Situation where tarof is involved:

Khashayar: "Please Jamshid, let me take care of the bill" (secretly, Khashayar does not want to pay a penny)

Jamshid: "Azizam, no. It is with love and only proper if I pay" (meanwhile, Jamshid is putting up a front too)

Khashayar: "No, no, no"... (looks at waiter & waves arm implying her to come closer)... "take my card and don't allow this man (pointing at Jamshid) to pay!"

Jamshid (talking only to the waiter but eyeing Khashayar with one eye): "No, no, please! I beg you! Do not listen to him! He does not know what he is saying!" (the waiter stares in utter confusion and uncertainty, and is simply startled by the whole interaction. Unsure as to what to do, she stares at what seems to be an altercation feeling uncomfortable and puzzled. She's not sure how or why things escalated so quickly. Eventually, she takes the card from the more "angrier" man, Jamshid, & quickly rushes to the nearest cash register.)
Tarof by KimberlyDee October 31, 2018
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Strictly Professional 

These are a combination of words used by Mr. Hero Fiennes Tiffin to describe his relationship with Ms. Josephine Langford. They both are the most strictly professional actors that you have ever heard of.
-Hey did you see the new interview with Hero and Jo?
-I did. Apparently, they are just 'strictly professional', but we know otherwise.
Strictly Professional by A Josexual November 15, 2020
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Turgidphobia 

(tûr′jĭd-fō′bē-ə)
1. The abnormal, irrational fear of using bombastic words, which compels one to avoid them in communication.
2. The fear of being misunderstood from the usage of bombastic words.
3. An irrational dislike of people who use bombastic words.

This word was created by combining two words 'turgid' and 'phobia', this came by as a result of an observation made of the phenomenon where people know a lot of bombastic words or not so commonly used words in everyday language, but they feel anxious to use the words when communicating for fear of being misunderstood, taken out of context or judged. Instead, they choose to use simple words or the most common words, in order to fit in.

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‘Gugu has turgidphobia and therefore prefers to make use of the simplest English words.’

'Spencer had just learned the word pulchritude but was afraid to use it in his class speech and instead he used the word beautiful. He later realized that he had turgidphobia.'
Turgidphobia by Mkhontweni February 6, 2021

Keep you safe 

"Keep you safe" or "stay safe" is an ambiguous and vaguely menacing phrase to keep people in line, a bit like when a gangster offers a business protection in return for a small fee. In order to stay safe, one must avoid things such as scientific fact, critical thinking, divergent opinions and basic civil rights. Instead, follow the soyence, and get all your misinformation fact checked. This phrase used to be known as "for your safety" or "for security purposes".
"We are installing cameras in all restrooms to keep our customers safe."

"In order to keep you safe, you must follow our guidelines and abandon independent thought."

"We want all our stakeholders to stay safe. That is why they will have to have microchip implants to access basic amenities. To keep you safe.'
Keep you safe by RayBidd February 9, 2022

Batman v superman

Highly underrated dceu movie, overly hated yet still talked about to this very day

Originally released in 2016, critics and audiences weren’t ready for this masterpiece, the ultimate edition btw is the DEFINITIVE VERSION, the theatrical cut doesn’t do it much Justice. (Pun intended)

Batman and superman fight, blah blah ! Martha!!! But the movies great even though WB crammed the justice league setup and other useless junk in it.

All in all, great dc movie with flaws, yes but entertaining comic book flick nonetheless
Batman v superman is a cult classic

Batman v superman aged like wine

Critics hate BVS because they expected a kid friendly mcu movie

zack snyder gave us man of steel and Batman v superman, followed by justice league

Batman v Superman is the follow up to man of steel rather than an “OFFICIAL” man of steel sequel

Batfleck killed it as batman!!!!!!!!

one of the most important dceu movies is Batman v superman

Batman v superman setup MOST OF THE DCEU

Guy 1: blah batman v Superman is lame, pure trash

Guy 2: get a load of this brainless tick, go watch your transformers and marvel comedies

Guy 1: whaaaaat?? *confused and lacking intelligence*

Random nerd: Batman v Superman is misunderstood

Random guy 2: I agree, Batman v Superman gets OVERHATED, there’s ALOT of good and awesomeness in that movie

**shakes hands**

Batman v superman
Batman v superman by WatcherInc August 25, 2022

My Little N i g g e r 

You can call me Mr. M a j o r or ‘daddy’ M a j o r. I’m writing this to clarify the stuff written about my little n I g g e r Lawrence or Larry. I know he’s a problem for folks and some of you unlucky ones who have to be around him in Omaha. I managed to knock up his momma, who was a alcoholic crack whore. So from the beginning he wasn’t wanted. He was a chubby little squat. In fact his titties was bigger than his momma’s when he was a boy. But I could see that when he was a little baby, he was gonna be a problem. That’s one reason I left. I didn’t want to believe he came from my loins. He used to get in fights, but only when somebody else was there to protect him. His life of crime started early when he stole money from me from my wallet. He went on to stealing hubcaps, breaking windows and stealing from stores. He was sent to Boys Town, but I was gone then and from what I’ve read, he’s still a miserable little bastard. I know he’s diabetic, but still drinks too much anyway which makes him even worse. Them folks have to deal with a drunken loud mouth that runs around crying racism all the time. I know I wouldn’t hire him if I ran a business. He was, is, and will always be just a scum punk.
I don’t envy anybody that’s around my little n I g g e r. I’ve said my peace.
Shit bag Soldier, waste of space, someone even the dirt bags make fun of.
Pvt Snuffie: Hey SPC look over there at LT, what a kywag. Almost got us kill cause he can't follow simple directions.

See a picture of it sprayed painted all over Iraq, sure you can find one on the internet somewhere.
KYWAG by BIAP August 22, 2011