bop

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Pronunciation: /bɑp/

bop is used to describe a catchy, excellent song or tune that makes you want to dance or vibe.

Example Sentence(s):

  • “That new track is a total bop!”
  • “I can’t stop replaying this bop on my headphones.”

Origin: Borrowed from music slang, bop became popular in the early 2010s through platforms like TikTok to describe catchy songs.

Related Words:

  • jam
  • hit
  • tune

Usage: Informal—mostly used when referring to music.

Popularity Level: Widely recognized among Gen Z.

First Known Use: Early 2010s.

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