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What is the 'No cap' phrase in internet slang?
Answer
Not lying/telling the truth
'No cap' is slang meaning 'no lie' or 'I'm telling the truth,' with 'cap' being slang for lying or fabricating stories. The phrase originated in African American vernacular and became mainstream through hip-hop culture and social media platforms. Understanding 'no cap' and similar slang terms is essential for interpreting contemporary internet communication.
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'No cap' comes from African American vernacular and became mainstream online.
Other options people guess
- Wearing no hat
- Don't worry about it
- No internet capacity
Topics
- internet slang
- social media
- language
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