interjection
Music Slang
Word Up
/wɜːrd ʌp/ · interjection · slang
An expression of agreement or 'I hear you' from 80s hip-hop culture.
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Definitions
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Used as a greeting or acknowledgment between friends.
“Word up, what's good?”
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A way to confirm that something is true or that you're on the same page.
“That show was incredible. Word up, best concert ever.”
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An exclamation of agreement, affirmation, or solidarity — like 'I agree' or 'for real.'
“We riding out tonight? Word up.”
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Word Up In A Sentence
You feel me on this? Word up.
Word up, I'll be there at eight.
He's the realest dude I know, word up.
Origin & Usage
African American Vernacular English and hip-hop slang, a variant of 'word' meaning truth or agreement. Cemented in the mainstream by Cameo's 1986 hit single 'Word Up!'
People Also Ask
What does 'word up' mean?
It's an expression of agreement or affirmation, like saying 'I agree,' 'for real,' or 'I hear you.'
Where does 'word up' come from?
It comes from AAVE and hip-hop culture, made famous by Cameo's 1986 song 'Word Up!'
Is 'word up' the same as 'word'?
Basically yes. Both signal agreement or truth; 'word up' just adds a little extra emphasis or greeting energy.
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