Spill the tea

Meaning

Share juicy gossip.

Usage

Used in casual contexts for revealing stories.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

From 'spill the beans' and tea culture; popular in Black queer slang.

Gained traction online during the 2010s.