What does shawty mean from a girl?

[hamlet]

I've heard this term from my friend talking about her new girlfriend. I think that it is a kind of a slang. But do you know what it exactly means?

[Anonymous]

Yeah, "shawty" is definitely a piece of slang that's been around in the music scene, especially in hip-hop and R&B, for quite a bit. Originally, it was used to refer to an attractive woman or someone's girlfriend, but over time, its usage has broadened a bit. These days, it can be a term of endearment towards someone you're romantically interested in, but it's also used more generally to refer to friends or even just people in a casual, friendly manner.

So, when your friend talks about her new girlfriend and calls her "shawty," she's likely using it in a sweet or affectionate way. It's one of those slang terms that's pretty versatile, but at its core, it's all about showing some kind of affection or interest.

[hannah]

"Shawty" is a slang term that is a variation of the word "shorty," which itself is derived from the standard English word "short." Initially, "shawty" was used to refer to a young woman or girlfriend. Over time, its usage has broadened to refer to any woman, regardless of age or relationship status.

The term is often used affectionately to describe a person the speaker finds attractive or has a romantic interest in. In hip-hop songs, the word is typically employed to refer to a female character who is desirable or attractive. It is often used in contexts such as lyrics about romantic relationships, or to describe a particular type of idealized partner.

It's important to note that slang terms like "shawty" can have different meanings and connotations based on the context in which they are used, as well as the cultural and regional differences of the speaker and listener. Therefore, it is crucial to understand the context in which the term is being used to avoid misunderstandings or offense.

In some cases, people may consider the term "shawty" to be disrespectful or derogatory, especially if used inappropriately or towards individuals who may find it offensive. As a result, it is essential to exercise caution when using slang terms, especially in more formal or professional settings.

[LaFemmeFatale_1]

I love your username!

Have you read Hamlet?

Shorty is a slang for a “girl” mostly said by black men towards attractive girls.

I wouldn’t like being called that though.

[YesterdaysChild]

Is that Shawty or Haughty? Never heard the term, but looks like Lliam has. That guy knows almost everything.

[Lliam]

Shawty, shorty, shauty or shortie is a slang term from African American Vernacular English used as a term of endearment but also frequently heard as a catcall. After the 1990s, the term has largely referred to a young and attractive woman. It was particularly popular in hip hop from the 2000s.

[BoopBoopBeep]

It's just a different spelling of "Shorty"... because traditionally the woman is shorter than her man, so he'd call her shorty. It's prevalence initially was in the black community exclusively, but it seems to have been adopted by suburbia's white kids too.

[Anonymous]

Is she in her 40's using that term? Smh... I hope not. It's about as bad as a 60 year old guy wanting to "slide into the DM's."🙄 And let me guess, she likely isn't living in a background that resembles North Philly, circa 1997? I travel a lot, and I hear that kind of talk a LOT from trailer park wannabe gangsters in places like Kentucky and Oklahoma. Ironically, not in West Hollywood, San Francisco or Jersey City.😆

[purplepoppy]

It means small, as in shorty. If your tall she's probably referring to another body part.

[DryGermanGuy]

Just watch The Wire series. It will teach you all the slang you will ever need.

[Iron_Man]

It’s gangster talk adopted from the brothers even my nephew used it on a girl when we were driving around many years ago Its just another word for Shorty. Rap talk

[jeffend888]

It means she's 14 years old and he should probably block her.

[Anonymous]

What am I your Ghetto tour guide?🤣 it's African American vernacular used as a term of endearment or to describe an attractive woman.

[4ngelic]

shawty means girl

[Grovermint]

You're short.

[Cherkez]

Short