The Brief: Typing "f" into a chat is a way for people to "pay their respects" to something or someone.
What does F mean in texting?
F means "Female." This is the most common meaning for F on online dating sites, such as Craigslist, Tinder, Zoosk and Match.com, as well as in texts and on chat forums.
Can I get an F in chat meaning?
The F stands for Fail and is used as a sign of respect when somebody humbly fails at something. Often used as a joke, it's literally a meme.
Why do gamers say F?
In the PC version of the game, the F key is the chosen button, so a “Press F to Pay Respects” notification appears on screen. The scene was heavily criticized, but content creators still found a way to create parody videos, draw hilarious comics, and, of course, make memes.