Has someone called you “boo thang” on TikTok, Instagram, or Snapchat and it makes you curious about what it means? It is an expression mostly used to describe unofficial relationships that involve affection. This article will explain what boo thang means along with its origin and use cases.
What Does Boo Thang Mean
Boo thang is a slang term used for someone with whom one feels close and affection but without having any name for that relationship, such as a boyfriend, BSF, or girlfriend. It is a playful term given to one who makes a certain person happy and has a special connection but the relationship remains unofficial. This term is usually used casually during conversations to show that there is a formal commitment between anyone and someone.
Examples
Example 1
Harper: What’s your connection with that guy?
Santiago: I don’t know it’s a boo thang thing.
Example 2
Violet: So, are you and Jake dating?
Rafael: Not exactly… he is more like my boo thang. We are close, but it’s not official.
Example 3
Elias: Cracking 4s is not a normal gang. What is your business with them?
Luciana: They are like boo thang. I’m unable to describe it actually.
Example 4
Jasper: You need to understand that boo thang type of terms is suspicious when used by anyone.
Valeria: What do you mean? Can you elaborate on it?
Where Did Boo Thang Come From
This phrase gained mainstream recognition through the 2011 song “Boo Thang” by Verse Simmonds featuring Kelly Rowland. The song released by Akon’s Konvict Muzik and Def Jam Recordings that mixes R&B+hip-hop. It helped make the term more popular usage as an easy way to describe a romantic partner or someone special without formal labels.
Today, boo thang is everywhere on TikTok, Instagram captions, and even hit songs like Lil Boo Thang by Paul Russell. This phrase is believed to be made from two words:
- Boo: It originates from the French word “beau” which means beautiful. It became popular in African American Vernacular English (AAVE) as a term of endearment for a romantic partner.
- Thang: It has been made from “thing.”
So when both words are combined together, its meaning starts to indicate that there is something great between people but it does not have any name. With time, music and social media have played a vital role in making this term popular.
Similar Slang Terms You Should Know
Boo
A word for representing anybody you love, like a boyfriend or girlfriend.
For example: I’m hanging out with my boo this weekend.
Situationship
When two persons are close and consider more than friends but not officially dating.
For example: I think we are in a situationship and nothing serious, however, we are close.
Bestie
A casual, fun way to call someone your best friend.
For example: Shoutout to my bestie for always being there for me!
