mandem ting
/ˈmændɛm tɪŋ/
CommonSomething done with or for your close group of friends; a situation involving the mandem.
Casual and warm. Not used for serious situations. The tone is usually excited or matter-of-fact.
Real-world examples3 examples
| # | Example | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | link up tonight, pure mandem ting | Tonight is a group hangout with the close boys. | instagram, 2023 |
| 02 | nah she can't come, this is a mandem ting | The outing is specifically for the boys group. | x, 2023 |
| 03 | whole squad pulled up, proper mandem ting | The full crew showed up and the vibe was right. | instagram, 2024 |
Use it when
- Describing something that involves your close group of male friends.
- Referring to a plan or event that is a group activity.
- Summing up that something is a crew situation, not a solo one.
Do not use it when
- You mean a mixed-gender group.Use “group ting” instead.
- You are describing something serious or formal.
Variations and related forms
Origin and context
Combines 'mandem', UK street slang for a close group of male friends (derived from 'man them'), and 'ting', a West Indian-influenced catch-all for any thing or situation.
- First seen
- 2000s
- Confidence
- medium
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