Definition
Acronym for 'point of view,' used to introduce a scenario or perspective, often humorously. The TikTok format that's technically about perspective but really about creating relatable situations or skits.
Example Usage
POV: You just remembered that embarrassing thing you did in 7th grade at 2am.
Origin
Film terminology adopted by TikTok culture, though often used incorrectly to mean 'when' rather than actual point of view
Fun Fact
Film students regularly cry over TikTok's misuse of POV, as 90% of 'POV' videos are not actually from anyone's point of view.
Source: Film terminology via TikTok
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