interjection
bars
BAHZ
interjection
1
Slang used to praise something clever, witty, or well put — especially a sharp line in rap or a killer comeback.
""That's bars!" his friends said after he dropped the punchline."
noun
1
Clever, well-written lyrics or lines, especially in rap music.
"The rapper is known for writing dense, quotable bars."
"Critics praised the album for its sharp bars and wordplay."
How to Use Bars
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishModern slang for impressive rap lyrics or a witty remark worth praising.
Common mistake
Don't confuse this slang sense with "bars" meaning the plural of "bar" (a pub, a metal rod, or a measure of music).
When to use it
Informal slang, most common in hip-hop culture and casual speech; not used in formal writing.
Common pairings
that's bars
spitting bars
sick bars
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