Archive · 2 Sep 2025
Shrekking: Gen Z Dating Term for Heartbreak
Gen Z has a new dating term called "Shrekking," inspired by the movie Shrek.
It's when someone dates a person they think is less attractive than them.
This often ends badly because the relationship is not built on a solid foundation and causes feelings of resentment.
Because of social media, there's pressure to have a good love life.
Dating coach Amy Chan explains how the trend is toxic and can make you end up getting hurt.
Instead of "Shrekking", it's important to understand what you want from your love life and be honest with people you date.
"Shrekking" is a Gen Z term referring to dating someone considered less attractive.
It is inspired by the film Shrek.
The practice often leads to heartbreak and resentment.
The trend reflects insecurities in modern dating.
Honesty and self-awareness are better than shortcuts.
- Who
- Gen Z
- What
- Shrekking
- When
- Present day
- Where
- In modern dating
- Why
- Due to dating fatigue
- Origin
- DreamWorks Animation film Shrek
- Definition
- Dating someone considered less attractive
- Consequence
- Heartbreak; resentment on both sides
- Author
- Tejasree Kallakrinda