can't even
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Meaning · English
Without a following verb, as an expression of aporia: to be unable to express one's feelings about an overwhelming situation.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Oh my God, I got cheap tickets to the Beyoncé concert! I can’t even!
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “can't even” mean?
Without a following verb, as an expression of aporia: to be unable to express one's feelings about an overwhelming situation.
Is “can't even” formal or informal?
can't even is generally slang.