Teen Slang · Appearance & looks

What does “Thicc” mean?

Curvy in an admired way. 'She's thicc.'

Where “Thicc” comes from

AAVE term for curves, mainstreamed via hip-hop.

Why teens actually say it

Body compliment.

What it means for you as a parent

Mostly positive. Note if it slides into objectifying classmates.

How it’s used

  • “She’s thicc and she knows it.” Admiring compliment about curvy body confidence.
  • “That burger was thicc, no joke.” Jokingly stretching the word to mean big and hefty.

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