What does “I can't even” mean?

I'm speechless. Something is too funny, cute, annoying or surprising to put into words. Harmless. Older teens may find it a bit dated.

ConnectPhrase · Ages 11-30 · Fading

I can't even

I'm speechless. Something is too funny, cute, annoying or surprising to put into words.

That puppy in the little raincoat. I can't even.

For parents and educators

Harmless. Older teens may find it a bit dated.

Where it came from

Popularized on Tumblr around 2010.

Also heard as

I can't

Sources

The Mistlift brief covers what kids are into online, rated from harmless to serious, with what to say.