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skeen
What does skeen mean?
An acknowledgment meaning 'I see' or 'got it.' It's a contraction of 'I've seen / I see.'
"'Meet at 8.' 'Skeen.'"
Origin
London MLE contraction of 'seen / I've seen,' itself influenced by Jamaican Patois 'seen' (understood/agreed). A standard acknowledgment in road speech.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'skeen' mean in UK slang?
It means 'I see' or 'understood.' You say it to acknowledge you've taken in what someone said.
What does 'skeen' mean in texting?
It's a quick way to say 'got it' or 'okay,' confirming you understand.
Is 'skeen' the same as 'seen'?
Yes — it comes from 'seen' (Patois for understood/agreed) and is just a relaxed pronunciation of it.
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