Gen Alpha slang · Noun
cap
Meaning
Cap is Gen Alpha slang for a lie, used mainly by ages 9–22.
Where it came from
AAVE. "Capping" means lying; "no cap" means the opposite.
Tone check
Mild accusation.
Used in a sentence
"That's cap."
Peak: 2020–2024
Age range: 9–22
Safe for adults to use
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