Category: Slang

Did someone call you a ‘bonified’ person? What does that mean? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The word ‘bonified’ is a misspelling of the words ‘bona fide.’ If someone is ‘bonafied,’ they have a genuine character, and they appear authentic in conversation and when meeting with them face-to-face. For […]

Are you watching a rerun of the 2021 Tour De France? You'll probably see the biggest crash in cycling history as the pack moves through the town of Brittany. Look out for the woman holding a sign reading 'Allez opi omi,' it's an entertaining moment in the race. This post unpacks the meaning and origin […]

Are you looking for a word to describe an upwardly mobile African American? You could call them a 'boujee' to describe how they flex their opulent lifestyle on Instagram. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'boujee' comes from African-American street slang and hip-hop culture. If someone acts 'boujee,' […]

Did someone just say you're 'caught in 4k?' What does it mean, and should you be worried? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'caught in 4K' means that someone has a screenshot proving evidence against a false claim you made online. Caught in 4K refers to '4K' resolution, […]

Are you going to an event? Does the flyer read ‘BYOE?’ What does that mean? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this acronym. Meaning Are you heading out to an event this weekend? Did you check the flyer to see what’s available when you get there? Many parties and large outdoor events don’t […]

Are you watching a YoungBoy music video where he's signing '4KT?' What does it mean? Is it a gang sign or an abbreviation for something? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning 4KT is a term created by NBA YoungBoy. However, no one really knows what it means. YoungBoy has never […]

Have you ever seen an abnormally wide frog spammed in the chat while watching someone stream WidePeepoHappy? Or have you ever needed to express a sense of extreme happiness, joy, or childlike cheer? Maybe you are super excited and want to show others in a unqiwuley amusing way? Look no further than the emote WidePeepoHappy […]

Are you in a chat where people are spamming purple hearts? You might be dealing with BTS ARMY and their ideology of spreading love everywhere. The purple heart emoji is a symbol for 'Borahae.' Is it something you need to worry about when posting online? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. […]

Are you looking to send someone an emoji to tell them you love them? If you’re an African-American, you could send your partner a brown heart emoji 🤎 to personalize your message. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The brown heart emoji has several meanings, depending on the context of […]

Are you talking with an upwardly mobile individual from Mexico City? You could say you're talking with a 'Chilango.' However, is it safe to use this word when talking to Mexican people? Or is it racist? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The meaning of 'Chilango' (t͡ʃiˈlaŋɡo) is a Mexican […]