noun Pop Culture

Da Bomb

/də bɒm/ · noun · slang

The absolute best — something so good it's explosive.

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Definitions

1

Describing a person who's exceptionally cool or talented.

“Our DJ is da bomb, he never misses.”
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2

Used for an experience that thoroughly exceeded expectations.

“The concert last night was da bomb.”
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3

The greatest, most impressive, or most exciting thing around.

“That new burger spot is da bomb.”
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Da Bomb In A Sentence

Yo this playlist is da bomb, who made it?
Her homemade mac and cheese is straight up da bomb.
We caught the sunset from the roof and it was da bomb.

Origin & Usage

African American Vernacular English that went mainstream in the early-to-mid 90s through hip-hop and pop culture, with 'the bomb' meaning excellent.

People Also Ask

What does 'da bomb' mean?

It means the best or the coolest thing, something excellent.

Is 'da bomb' the same as 'the bomb'?

Yes, 'da bomb' is just the AAVE-flavored spelling of 'the bomb,' both meaning fantastic.

Is 'da bomb' a 90s thing?

It peaked in the 90s and now reads as a nostalgic throwback to that decade.

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