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seen
What does seen mean?
An affirmation meaning 'I see', 'I understand' or 'agreed'; also used as a question 'seen?' ('you get it?').
"Mi link yuh later, seen?"
Origin
Jamaican Patois, tied to Rastafarian 'I-and-I' speech where 'seen' means insight or understanding. Spread into UK MLE and global slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'seen' mean in slang?
It means 'understood' or 'I get you' — a way of confirming you follow and agree.
Is 'seen' a question or a statement?
Both — said flat it means 'understood', and with a rising tone 'seen?' asks 'do you understand?'.
Where does 'seen' come from?
It comes from Jamaican Patois and Rastafarian speech, where 'seen' relates to insight and understanding.
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