What does it mean when someone calls you a bear?

Answer 1

From gay subculture.

Therefore as a nod to all my straight male friends, the first group I shall tackle are the lovable, affable Bears.

A group of Bears

Definition of Bear: Men in the gay community who have hairy bodies and facial hair. Many are stocky and/or muscular (generally larger in mass than any other classification of gay men in the community). They often portray themselves as the epitome of masculinity through their rugged appearance and demeanor.

Characteristics of a Bear: Typically, Bears are friendly, polite, and easy-going, a far cry from their animal namesake. Their larger body types contain some of the kindest hearts. If a bear were to accidentally step on you at a bar, he would be the first one to apologize and feel awful for potentially hurting you. However, just like their namesakes, a bear is a dangerous gay when provoked and prodded with a stick (no pun intended). Their size alone would be enough to take down an entire gaggle of gays. But unlike real bears, these Bears travel in packs. When you take on one Bear, the entire cave is threatened.

What Does a Bear Do in the Woods?: While Bears have a wide range of interests, they are some natural proclivities of the subculture that seem pretty standard. Most Bears enjoy food and drink. Beer is the alcohol of choice. Rarely, do you see a Bear sipping a Cosmo or calling himself a Vegan. They indulge in the simpler pleasure of life such as camping, laying in the sun, or communing with other Bears.

Bear Wear: Bears can often be spotted in the wild wearing open flannel shirts exposing their guts and hirsute bodies, combat boots, and Baseball caps. They are not slaves to fashion. This is not to say that Bears don't play dress up. (They are gay after all!) But they are more at home wearing lose fit, extremely casual clothing.

It means that they notice you're very grumpy, cross, angry, beside yourself, etc.

Answer 2

When someone calls you a bear, they are likely referring to your physical appearance or demeanor. In gay culture, a "bear" typically describes a larger, hairier man with a more rugged or masculine appearance. The term can also be used more broadly to describe someone who is strong, protective, or nurturing, similar to the characteristics often associated with bears in nature.

Answer 3

Oh, dude, if someone calls you a bear, they're probably not inviting you to join their teddy bear picnic. It's just a slang term for a big, burly dude with a lot of hair. So, like, if you're getting called a bear, just embrace your inner grizzly and own it, man.

Answer 4

Well, honey, if someone calls you a bear, they're probably not talking about your cute, cuddly side. In the gay community, "bear" is a term used to describe a larger, hairier man with a more rugged appearance. So, if someone calls you a bear, they might be complimenting your burly charm. Just own it and keep on growling, darling.