What Does “Bussin” Mean?
Extremely good — usually describing delicious food.
The full meaning
Bussin means exceptionally good, and it's most often used for food that tastes amazing. A meal that's "bussin" is delicious; something "bussin bussin" (doubled for emphasis) is next-level. It occasionally describes music, outfits, or experiences, but food is its home turf.
Where “bussin” comes from
Bussin comes from African-American Vernacular English and spread widely through TikTok food videos around 2020–2021, where creators rating meals made it a catchphrase. Despite yearly predictions of its death, it remains one of the most recognized food-slang words.
How it’s actually used
Almost always positive and enthusiastic. Using it for non-food things (like homework) is often done jokingly precisely because it sounds wrong.
✔ For parents & teachers
Completely harmless. If your kid says dinner was bussin, take the compliment — that's high praise.
Related slang
Last updated: 2026-07-04. Slang evolves fast — we review definitions regularly.