Aave Coined 2018
slaps
What does slaps mean?
Describing a song (or occasionally food) as excellent — it "slaps" if it genuinely hits.
"This whole album slaps front to back."
Origin
AAVE music slang for a track with a powerful beat, spread widely through hip-hop culture online.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "slaps" mean?
Describing a song (or occasionally food) as excellent — it "slaps" if it genuinely hits.
How do you use "slaps" in a sentence?
For example: "This whole album slaps front to back."
Where does "slaps" come from?
AAVE music slang for a track with a powerful beat, spread widely through hip-hop culture online. It's generally dated to around 2018.
Is "slaps" AAVE (African-American Vernacular English)?
Yes — "slaps" is classed as AAVE (African-American Vernacular English) on FreeDict. Describing a song (or occasionally food) as excellent — it "slaps" if it genuinely hits.
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