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What does no cap mean?
An assertion of truth; 'cap' means a lie, so 'no cap' means 'I'm not lying'.
"That was the best gig I've ever seen, no cap."
Origin
"No cap" comes from AAVE, where "capping" means lying or boasting. It spread widely through hip-hop and TikTok in the late 2010s, becoming a Gen-Z staple for affirming honesty.
Frequently asked questions
What does no cap mean?
No cap means "no lie" or "for real" — used to stress that you're being completely honest.
Where did no cap come from?
It comes from AAVE, where "capping" means lying, and spread through hip-hop and TikTok.
What does cap mean on its own?
"Cap" means a lie, so calling something "cap" accuses someone of lying.
How do you use no cap in a sentence?
For example: "no cap, it's true" — meaning honestly, no lie.
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