What su?

Have you ever found yourself confused when someone says “Su?” and wondered what on earth they meant? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. In this article, we’ll explain everything you need to know about su, and by the end of it, you’ll be able to use it like a pro.

The Basics: What is Su?

Let’s start with the basics. Su! Short for “what’s up?”, this term has become pretty much ubiquitous in our daily communication these days. It can be used as both a question and a greeting – kind of like killing two birds with one stone.

Origins of Su

While the exact origins of su are hard to pin down, most people seem to believe that it originated from African American Vernacular English (AAVE) back in early 2000s. From there, it spread like wildfire through popular culture – especially within rap music.

In fact, if you listen closely enough to popular hip-hop tracks from around that time period (think Jay-Z or Ludacris), chances are pretty high that you’ll hear the phrase being tossed around somewhere.

How To Use Su

Now that we understand where su comes from let’s talk about how to use it in your everyday conversations. Here are some examples:

Example #1:

Person A: Su?
Person B: Not much man, just chillin’. You?
Person A: Same here!

Example #2:

Friend 1: Hey dude!
Friend 2: Sup man?

See how easy that was? Once you get comfortable using su, throwing it into casual conversation becomes second nature.

That said, /comma don’t overuse it either – no one wants to feel like they’re talking to an overly enthusiastic teenager who uses u as “you” and ur for “your”.

When NOT To Use SU

There are a few situations where using Su might be considered inappropriate, or downright rude:

In professional settings

Imagine walking into a job interview and asking the interviewer “Su?” – probably not going to land you the gig.

With strangers

If you’re trying to strike up a casual conversation with someone on the street, using su might come off as too informal – especially if it’s someone who is older than you.

Variants of Su

As with any piece of slang, /comma there are plenty of words that have a similar meaning to su. Here are some variants that multiply its impact and ensure your conversations stay fresh:

Waddup:

One variant of su that we often hear these days is “Waddup”. This originated from Black American English back in the 1920s.

Yoo!

Another slightly more aggressive version would be saying YOO!, this adds an element of excitement which per se makes it perfect for high-energy scenarios such as at concerts or sporting events.

LITTY FAMMMMMM!!

This variation has recently popped up in many internet memes and features several exclamation marks rather than just one shortening indicating elevated enthusiasm towards something.

Conclusion: Do What You Want

In conclusion, /comma whether you’re texting your friendssss or presenting in front of Board members, using SU can add some personality to our communication., Be aware though of when it’s appropriate (and not) to use Su)you wouldn’t want others thinking they were having conversations with DJ Khaled by mistake.

So go ahead, surprise your friends next time they text/call you – show them how good is knowing ‘su’.

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