bleg

Bleg is online slang used as both a verb and a noun to describe a request or plea made within a digital community. As a verb, to bleg means to ask for help, a favor, or a free item from others in an informal, often urgent, way. As a noun, a bleg refers to the post or message that itself is a plea. The term is common in casual online spaces such as forums, imageboards, social media, and fan communities, where users exchange information, services, or items.

Etymology and usage patterns vary, but bleg generally signals that the author is seeking something with little or no immediate compensation. The spelling emphasizes the pleading tone or playful self-awareness, and ble g-like posts may appear with explicit labeling as a request or simply as an embedded plea within the message. Blegs can range from short requests for advice to appeals for digital goods, favors, or introductions.

Reception and etiquette also vary across communities. Some users view ble g posts as legitimate, in-line requests that foster mutual aid, while others consider them opportunistic or low-effort. Etiquette guidance often stresses relevance to the space, respect for rules, minimal frequency, and transparent justification for the request. Where allowed, responders may offer help or guidance rather than material favors, maintaining a constructive tone.

Variants and related terms include beg and please, with the latter often used to soften the tone of a request. As a facet of informal slang, bleg is documented primarily in slang glossaries and community guidelines rather than formal dictionaries, reflecting its place in contemporary internet culture.