What Does ‘Spill the tea’ Mean?
To spill the tea is to share gossip or the full story; "the tea" is the gossip itself.
Internet & memes verb phrase
Examples of ‘Spill the tea’ in a sentence
- “Okay, spill the tea. What happened at lunch?”
- “That is the tea, nothing more.”
Where does ‘Spill the tea’ come from?
Rooted in Black and LGBTQ+ drag communities, the phrase spread through social media; Dictionary.com has an entry.
How to use it, and when not to
Use it for harmless news. Do not spread private information about others.
For parents and teachers
Fine around parents and teachers. Safe. Gossip itself can hurt, though.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Spill the tea mean?
To spill the tea is to share gossip or the full story; "the tea" is the gossip itself.
Where does Spill the tea come from?
Rooted in Black and LGBTQ+ drag communities, the phrase spread through social media; Dictionary.com has an entry.
Is Spill the tea OK to say around parents or teachers?
Fine around parents and teachers. Safe. Gossip itself can hurt, though.
How do you use Spill the tea in a sentence?
Okay, spill the tea. What happened at lunch? That is the tea, nothing more.
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Definition written by VibeDex. Slang changes quickly, so this is a snapshot. Last reviewed 2026-10-23.