peng
/pɛŋ/
Very CommonAttractive, high quality, or really good. A strong positive.
When used about a person it usually means physically attractive. When used about food or objects it means delicious or top quality. The emphasis is strong and genuine, not ironic.
Real-world examples4 examples
| # | Example | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | she is so peng, i can't | She is extremely attractive. | tiktok, 2023 |
| 02 | this jollof rice is peng, give me the recipe | The food is delicious. | instagram, 2024 |
| 03 | that fit is peng, where'd you get it from | The outfit looks great. | x, 2022 |
| 04 | who's that peng ting he came in with | Asking who the attractive person is. | tiktok, 2023 |
Use it when
- A person is physically attractive.
- Food tastes really good.
- Something is high quality or impressive.
- An outfit or aesthetic hits.
Do not use it when
- You only mean attractive in a subtle or understated way.
- You are complimenting someone's personality rather than looks or quality.
Variations and related forms
Peng vs dead ting
peng
Peng means attractive, good quality, or impressive.
VS
london-slang-dead-ting
Dead ting means boring, dull, and unattractive.
Origin and context
Origins are debated. Some link it to Punjabi or West African languages. Most likely entered London speech through the multicultural mix of south and east London communities in the 2000s.
- First seen
- 2000s
- Confidence
- low
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