feelsmay

Feelsmay is a term used in online vernacular to describe a surge of bittersweet or nostalgic emotion commonly associated with the month of May, or with springtime in the northern hemisphere. It combines "feels," a slang shorthand for strong emotional reactions, with "May," signaling the seasonal trigger. The term is informal and not an official psychological term.

In practice, feelsmay appears in social media posts, memes, and discussions as a caption or tag. People use it to express personal reflection, reminiscence for past experiences, or a gentle melancholy tied to May’s imagery—flowers, graduation season, or the transition to summer.

Origins and status: Feelsmay began appearing in English-language internet slang and meme culture during the 2010s and 2020s. It is not standardized or widely cited, and its meaning can vary by user and context.

Variants and usage notes: There are phrases such as "feelsmay energy" or "feelsmay season," and related terms include "feels" and "mood." The term is primarily used informally and is not a medical or clinical term. Its interpretation depends on individual sentiment and the specific cultural moment around May.

See also: Internet slang, mood, nostalgia. Feelsmay is a contemporary, informal expression that reflects online communities’ way of naming a shared emotional experience rather than a formal psychological concept.