Street
ting
What does ting mean?
The Creole pronunciation of 'thing', where the 'th' becomes a hard 't'.
"Pass me dat ting on the table."
Origin
Jamaican Patois pronunciation of 'thing', absorbed into London slang. The 'attractive woman' sense developed within MLE and grime culture.
Frequently asked questions
What does ting mean in slang?
It means a thing or situation, and it can also mean an attractive woman.
What is a 'peng ting'?
A 'peng ting' is an attractive person, combining 'peng' (good-looking) with 'ting' (person/thing).
Where does ting come from?
It's the Jamaican Patois pronunciation of 'thing', which entered London slang and grew new meanings.
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