Gen Z Slang

What Does "Cap" Mean?

Quick Definition
A lie or exaggeration. "That's cap" means "that's a lie."
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What "Cap" Really Means

Cap means a lie, falsehood, or exaggeration. Saying "that's cap" is calling someone out for lying. "No cap" (its opposite) means being truthful. The term originates from Black American slang and hip-hop culture. "Capping" means lying. The 🧢 emoji is often used to represent lying. The term became mainstream through social media and rap music around 2018-2020.

Origin & History

Black American slang; mainstream via hip-hop ~2018.

Tone & Context

This slang is generally considered negative in tone. Casual conversation, social media. Very common.

Example Sentences

  • "He said he benches 300 lbs — that's cap 🧢."
  • "Stop capping, we all know you didn't talk to her."
  • "Everything she said in that interview was cap."
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