Cap is a Gen Z and Gen Alpha slang word meaning “Lying, being honest, or exaggerating”. Here’s the full Cap meaning explained, with examples, origin, and how to say it in 10+ languages.
What is Cap? Cap Meaning Explained
Lying, being honest, or exaggerating
“Cap” is a slang term used to call out a lie. If something is “no cap,” it’s the truth. “Capping” means someone is lying or exaggerating. It became widely popular through rap lyrics and spread to TikTok and meme culture.
Cap is one of Gen Z’s most viral truth-vs-lie detectors. If someone says something wild, you say “that’s cap.” Want to be real? Say “no cap.” It started in hip-hop but now runs TikTok comments, story replies, and IRL slang. You’ll hear it in classrooms, chats, and captions.
Cap — Slang Examples in Sentences
“Bro is capping so hard right now 💀”
| Sentence | Translation / Context |
|---|
| “She said she met Drake. That’s cap.” | Calling out someone for lying. |
| “No cap, that was the best meal I’ve had.” | Emphasizing honesty by saying “no cap.” |
| “Bro is capping so hard right now 💀” | Using “cap” to shut down exaggeration. |
| “All cap. Not a single true word.” | Describing over-the-top online flexing. |
| “Why you always capping for TikTok clout?” | Used ironically or sarcastically in memes. |
You’ll see combos like: • “All cap, none of that happened.” • “No cap, I really cried.” • “She’s capping for the likes.” • “You capping hard rn.” • “That story was straight cap.”
Where Did “Cap” Come From? Cap Origin
Cap began wide-spread usage in 2017
“Cap” blew up from Atlanta rap slang and caught fire online around 2017. Rappers like Future, Young Thug, and Gunna helped push it mainstream. It went from niche to meme-worthy by the time TikTok caught on — now it’s just part of Gen Z vocab.
Cap in Every Language
Learn how to say (or at least explain) Cap in 9+ languages! Jump to a section from the table above to read about Cap in every language.
Cap意味｜Capとは？ 🇯🇵
Capの意味は？嘘つきや盛ってる人に使う現代スラング
Cap（キャップ）は嘘や誇張を表すスラングで、「No cap」はガチで本当って意味。SNSでもリアルでもよく使う。
Cap의미｜Cap이란? 🇰🇷
Cap 뜻: 거짓말을 지적하거나, 진실을 강조할 때 쓰는 표현
Capping(캡핑)은 거짓말하거나 과장하는 걸 말해요. No cap은 “진짜임”을 강조할 때 써요.
Cap意思｜Cap是什么？ 🇨🇳
Cap 是什么意思？网络流行语，用来表达真假信息
Cap（盖帽）是“说谎”的意思；“No cap” 就是真话，特别流行于说唱和短视频圈。
Cap Bedeutung｜Was Bedeutet Cap? 🇩🇪
Was bedeutet Cap? Slang für Lüge oder Ehrlichkeit (z. B. “no cap”)
Bedeutet “Lüge” oder “Wahrheit sagen” – “no cap” = kein Scherz, ist ernst gemeint.
Cap Significado｜¿Qué Significa Cap? 🇪🇸
¿Qué significa Cap? Slang para identificar mentiras o verdades
Cap se usa para decir que alguien está mintiendo. “No cap” es decir la verdad.
Cap Significato｜Che Cosa Vuol Dire Cap? 🇮🇹
Cosa significa Cap? Termine Gen Z per smascherare le bugie
Basato sul rap, “Cap” è slang per bugia; “No cap” = verità assoluta.
Cap Signification｜C’est Quoi Cap? 🇫🇷
Quelle est la signification de Cap ? Slang pour mensonge ou sincérité
Cap est un mot pour dire “mensonge” ou au contraire, “vérité” avec “no cap.”
Cap значение｜Что такое Cap? 🇷🇺
Что значит Cap? Молодежный термин для обозначения лжи или правды
Cap — это когда врут или приукрашивают. No cap — когда по-честному.
Cap ما معنى｜المعنى Cap؟ 🇸🇦
ما معنى Cap؟ مصطلح يستخدمه الشباب لتمييز الحقيقة من الكذب
Cap هو مصطلح معناه “كذب” أو “مبالغة”، أما “No cap” يعني الصدق والصراحة.
Cap Overview
Cap is Gen Z’s instant vibe check. You say it to reject lies, hype up the truth, or roast someone for flexing too hard. It’s fast, flexible, and everywhere — from rap bars to TikTok threads.
That’s the full slang guide for Cap, straight from the Skibidi DB!
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