phat
10 synonyms and 2 antonyms for phat, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — (slang) Excellent, impressive, or very good.
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Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
Slang from African American Vernacular English, deliberately spelled to look distinct from the ordinary word "fat" even though it grew out of the same word.
Full origin of phat →Frequently asked questions
What does “phat” mean?
The word “phat” means (slang) Excellent, impressive, or very good. In plain terms, slang for "excellent" or "cool," popularized in hip-hop culture from the 1990s onward.
How do you pronounce “phat”?
“Phat” is pronounced fat (/fæt/ in IPA).
How do you use “phat” in a sentence?
Here is “phat” used in a sentence: “That new track has a phat bassline.”
What part of speech is “phat”?
“Phat” is an adjective.
