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word up
[ wurd uhp ]
What does word up mean?
Word up is a slang phrase used to show agreement, approval, or excitement.
Word up is generally used as a synonym of “I agree” or an enthusiastic “Yes!” or “Great!” Typically, it’s used to say someone agrees with something or that they are really excited about something.
Example: The Sharks are going to win every game this season. Word up!
Where does word up come from?
The exact origin of word up is unknown. The earliest prominent usage of the phrase comes from the song “Word Up” (1986) by American funk band Cameo. In the song, the phrase is used as an enthusiastic term of agreement. Since that time, word up has been used to express agreement, approval, or general enthusiasm.
Examples of word up
Who uses word up?
Word up is used on social media to express agreement, excitement, or approval.
If u really love me make an album bout me word up
— @SLAYBYELLA_ 🦋 (@ella_thereal) August 10, 2021
🤞🏽🤞🏽🇿🇦 word up
— Swae Lee Lee Swae (@SwaeLee) July 12, 2023
Women and children first!
Word up.
— Khensu The Reminder, Khensu The Mendicant (@KNeferhetep) March 17, 2023
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