Internet Slang

What Does "Ratio" Mean?

Quick Definition
When a reply gets more likes than the original post — meaning the original statement was badly received.
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What "Ratio" Really Means

Being "ratioed" on social media means your tweet or post has significantly more replies than likes — indicating people disagree with or dislike your take. On Twitter especially, a reply with more engagement than the OP is called a "ratio." It's become a verb: "I got ratioed." Community notes on Twitter, quote tweets, and comment sections are all arenas where ratios occur. Being ratioed is essentially a public signal of community disapproval.

Origin & History

Twitter culture; viral term ~2017-2019.

Tone & Context

This slang is generally considered negative in tone. Social media, Twitter culture. Widely understood online.

Example Sentences

  • "That tweet got ratioed into oblivion — even the replies have more likes."
  • "L + ratio." (dismissive response format)
  • "The CEO got absolutely ratioed after that tone-deaf statement."
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