Gen Alpha slang · Adjective
bussin
Meaning
Bussin is Gen Alpha slang for excellent, usually about food, used mainly by ages 8–20.
Where it came from
African-American Vernacular English, mainstreamed through TikTok food videos around 2021.
Tone check
Positive. Slightly dated now.
Used in a sentence
"This is bussin."
Peak: 2021–2023
Age range: 8–20
Safe for adults to use
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