General
what's good
What does what's good mean?
A greeting like 'what's up,' but with tone can also be a confrontational 'you got a problem?'
"Yo, what's good, haven't seen you in mad long."
Origin
AAVE/NYC greeting; the confrontational sense is well known in New York usage.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'what's good' mean?
It's usually a friendly greeting like 'what's up,' but depending on tone it can be a confrontational 'you got a problem?'
Is 'what's good' a greeting or a threat?
Both are possible — a relaxed tone makes it a casual hello, while an aggressive tone turns it into a challenge.
Where does 'what's good' come from?
It's rooted in AAVE and NYC speech, where the confrontational sense is especially well known.
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