Slang dictionary
B
or b
What does B mean?
B is an affectionate term for a loved one. It is often times used to address a homie, ya girl, or ya moms.
Examples of B
Where does B come from?
B is a letter, yes, but it’s also a shortening of several words: brother, babe, bae, boo … you get the point.
People love creating abbreviations … and what’s the easiest abbreviation to create? One that is one letter … voila, here’s B. In fact, this abbreviation has been in use since at least 2005, according to Urban Dictionary entries.
Lana Del Rey? Nah b. Her name should be Lana Del Depression
— Gavin Pate ® (@_gavinnn) October 12, 2018
Who uses B?
People often use B to response to their friends, family, random internet poster or commenter. It’s a friendly way of showing affection.
It’s cash app your bff day! 😎 Thanks B in advance
— Torri (@_TheWrightWay_) October 12, 2018
someone just made my day
they literally went like omg you look so much better than before well thanks b <3— better be happy when i (@rotibutter) October 8, 2018
Yooo , I just met this chick, but I can tell there’s gonna be a long time of laughs and good times to come! Sooo HAPPY BIRTHDAY @BonitaXII ! Let’s go wreck some shit on #BlackOps4 !! Love ya b!💞
— F/A Jay 🏳️🌈 (@MannyWanny023) October 12, 2018
So many fake people these days. Only wanna talk to you when they need something from you or when they see you flourishing, nah b. Bye🤗
— RACHEL ASHLEY (@therachelashley) October 8, 2018
Note
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