bussin

/ˈbʌsɪn/
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A slang adjective for something extremely good, most often delicious food but also anything exciting or impressive.

Examples

  • These wings are bussin.
  • This party is bussin tonight.
  • The food truck's tacos were seriously bussin.
  • Her outfit looked bussin in the photos.
  • The playlist is bussin from start to finish.

Similar words

awesome
dope
delicious
tasty
amazing
fire
top-tier
excellent

Meanings

Usage

Use bussin only in casual speech, texting, and social media, where enthusiastic slang fits the tone.

Common mistakes

Using bussin as a verb creates errors such as she bussins the song instead of the song is bussin.

Etymology

Associated with African American Vernacular English and online slang. The exact origin is uncertain, and the word became especially visible on social media in the late 2010s and early 2020s.

FAQ

What does bussin mean?

bussin means extremely good, excellent, or delicious, especially when talking about food.

Is bussin only for food?

No. bussin is most common with food, but it can also praise music, outfits, parties, memes, and other things.

Is bussin formal?

No. bussin is slang, so it belongs in casual speech, texting, and social media rather than formal writing.

Can bussin be a verb?

No. bussin is normally an adjective, as in The tacos are bussin.

Where does bussin come from?

bussin is associated with African American Vernacular English and online slang, though its exact origin is uncertain.

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