Cake is sometimes used to describe inappropriate behavior or words. In this case, it represents disgusting and confusing behavior. The origin of this usage is not clear, but it can be inferred that it first appeared on the Internet, and then gradually became popular in social media and spoken English.

Cake is also often used to represent beautiful things, such as birthday parties, Valentine's Day, anniversaries and so on. Cake not only has a beautiful appearance, but also has rich cream and soft sponge, which makes people feel happy and satisfied. In this usage, cake represents celebration, gratitude and happiness.

In different cultures, cakes have different symbolic meanings. For example, in western culture, cake is an indispensable element of birthday parties, symbolizing the beginning of the new year and good wishes. In the traditional culture of China, there are moon cakes and rice cakes with auspicious meanings. No matter in any culture, cake, as a dessert, has always represented beauty and joy.