noun Internet Slang

AMA

/ˌeɪ ɛm ˈeɪ/ · noun · informal

Ask Me Anything — open the floor for questions about your life or expertise.

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Definitions

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The name of Reddit's famous interview-style format (r/IAmA) where celebrities and regular people answer the public.

“Did you catch the astronaut's AMA? Wild answers.”
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Stands for 'ask me anything,' an open Q&A where one person invites strangers to fire off questions.

“I'm a deep-sea welder, AMA.”
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Used casually at the end of a personal flex or fact to invite curiosity.

“Just paid off all my debt, AMA.”
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AMA In A Sentence

AMA, I worked backstage at festivals for ten years.
She did an AMA and answered like 300 questions in one night.
Survived a lightning strike, ama I guess.

Origin & Usage

Made famous by Reddit's r/IAmA subreddit, where the 'ask me anything' format launched countless viral interviews. The phrase predates Reddit but the format is Reddit's signature.

Variants amaask me anythingiama
Tags #acronym#internet#meme

People Also Ask

What does AMA mean on social media?

It means 'ask me anything,' inviting people to ask you questions about your job, life, or experience. It signals you're open to anything.

Where did AMA come from?

It was popularized by Reddit's r/IAmA community, which hosts everyone from celebrities to people with unusual jobs. The format spread to Instagram and other platforms.

Is an AMA always serious?

No, plenty are lighthearted or used as a casual flex after sharing a fun fact. Tone depends on who's hosting it.

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