BUKU

What Does BUKU Mean in a Text?

More commonly used in America, BUKU is derived from the French term "beaucoup," which means "lots of" or "a lot" (e.g., merci beaucoup meaning "thank you very much").

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When I write BUKU, I mean this:

meaning of BUKU

BUKU is an abbreviated version of the French word "beaucoup" (a lot of).

Summary of Key Points

"Lots of (from the French "beaucoup")" is the most common definition for BUKU on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
BUKU
Definition:Lots of (from the French "beaucoup")
Type:Slang Word (Jargon)
Guessability:guessability level 2
2: Quite easy to guess
Typical Users:typical user

Adults and Teenagers

Examples of BUKU in Sentences

Here are examples of BUKU being used in conversations:
  • Tony: That watch will cost you BUKU dollars.
  • Jordan: I know, but I want it anyway.
  • Tony: There was BUKU beer last night. You should've been there.
  • Jordan: I'll make up for it next time.

An Academic Look at BUKU

BUKU is classified by our team as an "internet slang term" as opposed to an initialism abbreviation or an acronym. Initially, "slang terms" were introduced for brevity, but, particularly with the advent of predictive texting and on-screen keyboards, they are now mostly employed for fun. "Slang terms" differ from icons because they are not pictorial representations.

Example of BUKU Used in a Text

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