What Is HSBAF in Crypto?

What Does HSBAF Mean?

"HSBAF" is an abbreviation for “Holy S*** Bears Are F***ed”. The term is used among investment communities where there has been a significant price increase in the market, and individuals who had a bearish sentiment get burned. 

In this case, for individuals who are bearish on the market and have shorted the market, this general price increase in the market would mean financial losses.

Connotation

For most, this term carries a generally positive connotation as it indicates a strong bullish market and has the potential for investors to profit. 

On the other hand, “HSBAF” carries a negative connotation for investors who were bearish on the market as they would have suffered losses. 

Examples

Here are some ways “HSBAF” can be used: 

• BTC at 50k. HSBAF!

• Crypto is mooning! HSBAF

• The market is looking really good lately. HSBAF

May I be the first to say, #HSBAF

— Don't follow Shardi B if you hate trading (@ShardiB2) February 4, 2022

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Hwee Yan

Hwee Yan has been involved in the cryptocurrency space since 2021. Currently pursuing a degree in Linguistics and Multilingual studies at Nanyang Technological University, she is a writer who is mainly interested in NFTs, crypto trends and memecoins. Follow the author on Twitter @cryptohy8