Top G
The phrase Top G is used in Romanian to mean top g.
The phrase is used to refer to the concept of a 'top g'.
Did you know?
- While Top G is a modern loan phrase from English, the word top in Romanian has a completely different traditional meaning, referring to a 'cannon'.
- Using Top G in Romania serves as a social shibboleth. It signals that the speaker is immersed in global Anglophone meme culture rather than just describing someone's status.
- Because top is also the Romanian word for a 'spinning top' toy, a child might hear the phrase and think of a spinning object rather than a person of high status.
Examples in context
- Ești un adevărat Top G.You are a true Top G.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a successful businessman.
- AlexandruUită-te la cum conduce acea mașină.Look at how he drives that car.
- AndreeaÎntradevăr, tipul acela e un Top G.Indeed, that guy is a Top G.
- AlexandruAre totul în control, nu-i așa?He has everything under control, doesn't he?
- AndreeaDa, e definiția unui Top G.Yes, he is the definition of a Top G.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries top, CC BY-SA 4.0.
