Rap Dictionary
Browse 4,576+ hip-hop slang terms with definitions, real song examples, and origins. From classic slang to the latest phrases.
What is Rap Slang?
Culture & Identity
Hip-hop slang reflects the communities where it originates — from Atlanta's “slatt” to New York's “deadass.” Each term carries cultural weight and regional identity.
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Always Evolving
Rap slang evolves constantly. New terms emerge from songs, social media, and street culture. Our dictionary tracks the latest expressions alongside timeless classics.
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Popular Terms
Jig
verbTo dance.
The Dot
nounNickname for Toronto, Canada.
Nigger
nounAn insulting and offensive term for a black or dark skinned person.
Nigga
nounA term of endearment from one black man to another black man, similar to saying homie, broski, gang.
N-Word
nounNigger or Nigga.
Drip
nounThe clothes and jewelry you wear.
Ope
verbHip-hop slang, especially in Chicago drill rap, meaning to murder or kill someone, usually by gunfire. Short for 'open up' on an opponent, as in unloading a clip.
Bizlal
nounIn hip-hop and street slang, 'bizlal' refers to a low-stakes, shady side hustle or quick scam in the drug trade or street economy—often a small-time flip or bait-and-switch deal to pocket fast cash without much risk. Derived from 'biz' (business) + phonetic urban twist on 'all' or 'lol' for the joke/scam aspect.
Bilal
proper nounBilal: Influential neo-soul/R&B singer and songwriter Bilal Sayeed Oliver, iconic in hip-hop for soulful falsetto hooks, ad-libs, and collaborations with rappers like Common ('The Light'), Jay-Z ('Show You How'), Kanye West ('Never Let Me Down'), and Mos Def. Represents elevated, experimental vocal artistry in rap production.
Bakht
nounBakht (noun): Borrowed from Persian/Urdu/Punjabi origins meaning 'luck' or 'fortune.' In hip-hop culture, particularly Punjabi trap, Desi hip-hop, and global street rap, 'bakht' refers to one's good fortune, fate in the hustle, come-up, or surviving street life despite odds. Often used to boast about lucky breaks or curse bad luck.
Below the table
phrase1. To be done secretly and/or unnoticed. 2. Secret or side/illegal payment.
With a Dick
slangWith a Dick (phrase)
Roaches
nounLeftover joints or blunts.
Gucci
adjectiveTo be good or doing fine.
Up it
verbTo raise a weapon or shoot.
Flava
noun1. Flavor. 2. Style.
Twinski
nounA nickname for a twin.
HDMI
nounHigh Definition Multimedia Interface. Similar to HDMI: HD, DVD, CD
Crash
verbTo fall asleep.
Joshin
verbTo be joking or teasing.
SoCal
nounSouthern California.
Jorts
nounJean shorts; shorts made of jeans.
Odee
adverbVery, really, a lot.
Diamond status
nounA musical song or album achieving a milestone of 10 million units sold total.
Fugazi
nounFake.
PCH
nounPacific Coast Highway.
MLK
nounMartin Luther King Jr.
Freestyled
verbTo have rapped off the top of your head.
Rascal
nounA mischievous and dishonest person.
Chota
nounPolice, cops or law enforcement.
Smokeshow
nounA very attractive person.
Gold status
nounA musical song or album achieving a milestone of 500 thousand units sold total.
808
noun1. A Roland TR-808 drum machine; bass drum. 2. Bass sound on a beat.
NoHo
noun1. North Hollywood, California. 2. North of Houston Street, Manhattan. Similar to NoHo: Soho
832
nounHouston, Texas area code.
Stunt
verbTo show off.
Cad
nounA Cadillac.
Percs
nounPercocets. Prescription drugs containing oxycodone and acetaminophen.
Rider
noun1. A loyal friend or lover.
Rap Sheet
nounSomeone's police arrest or criminal record.
Rov
nounRange Rover.
Franklins
nounHundred dollar ($100) bills.
G-Wag
nounG-Wagon; A Mercedes Benz G-Wagon.
Throwed hands
verbTo have fought.
Woo
nounWoo is a New York gang
Shanaynay
nounChanel. Shanaynay is slang for the fashion brand Chanel.
BBC
noun1. Big Black Cock.
MCM
nounMan Crush Monday.
Brewfords
nounLame or goofy people who act like something they're not.
Kizzy
nounLie or bullshit.
Opp pack
nounMarijuana smoked in mockery or disrespect of the dead or opposition.
Hundie
nounA hundred ($100) dollar bill.
Maccas
nounMcDonald's.
The Lam
nounLamron; Normal spelled backwards, Normal is a street in Chicago.
Jaywalking
verbTo be crossing the street illegally without watching for traffic.
Dukey chain
nounA large gold chain resembling a thick braid.
WCW
nounWoman Crush Wednesday.
DM
nounDirect Message.
Beehive
nounBeyonce?s fanbase. Similar to Beehive: Barbz
Crack pipe
nounA pipe used for smoking crack cocaine.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a rap dictionary?
A rap dictionary is a reference guide that defines slang terms, phrases, and expressions commonly used in hip-hop music and culture. It helps listeners understand lyrics and gives songwriters authentic vocabulary for their bars.
Why do rappers use slang?
Slang is central to hip-hop culture — it creates community identity, adds wordplay layers, and keeps the language evolving. Many slang terms originate from specific cities or crews and spread through popular songs.
How often is new rap slang created?
New rap slang emerges constantly. Artists like Young Thug, Playboi Carti, and 21 Savage regularly coin phrases that become mainstream within weeks. Social media accelerates this process — a term can go from a single song to everyday use almost overnight.
Can I use the rap dictionary for songwriting?
Absolutely. Understanding slang definitions helps you use terms correctly in your lyrics. Pair this dictionary with the RHYMEBOOK rhyme dictionary to find words that rhyme with slang terms, creating authentic and clever wordplay.
What is the difference between slang and jargon?
Slang is informal vocabulary used within a culture or community — like "drip" (style) or "cap" (lie) in hip-hop. Jargon is technical language specific to a profession. Rap slang sits at the intersection: it is informal language specific to hip-hop culture.
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