Singlenapped

Singlenapped is a slang term, primarily used in informal online contexts, to describe the experience of a single person who feels that their friends have become so occupied with their romantic relationships that they no longer have time for their single friends. This can manifest as a perceived lack of invitations to social events, difficulty in coordinating plans, or a general feeling of being left out. The term implies a kind of involuntary isolation from one's social circle due to the coupling-up of friends.

The phenomenon of "singlenapping" is often discussed in discussions about friendships and the impact of romantic relationships on social dynamics. It is generally seen as a temporary phase that can occur as friends enter new relationships, with the hope that the friendships will re-stabilize over time. While the term is usually used lightheartedly, it can reflect genuine feelings of loneliness or neglect among single individuals within a social group. There are no formal definitions or academic studies on "singlenapping," as it originates from casual conversation and online communities. It is a colloquial way of expressing a common social experience.