A waifu is a fictional character a fan considers their ideal life partner.
The term itself is a Japanization of the English word "wife," and was first used in an anime. "… See more

It might seem to go without saying that any waifu is beautiful, but a waifu's attraction goes … See more

The fan knows their waifu is a fictional character.
It might seem odd, but in a lot of ways a waifu is like an imaginary friend. The fan knows that … See more

This anime archetype refers to characters who are shy and timid. These female characters have gentle personalities and are generally non-confrontational. Examples … See more