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to chop it up
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(African American) to talk casually, often to catch up or have a friendly discussion
Slang
What does "to chop it up" mean in African American slang?
It is used in African American Vernacular English (AAVE) and hip hop culture to describe talking casually, often to catch up, share stories, or have a friendly, relaxed discussion with someone. People typically say "Let me chop it up with you for a minute" or "We chopped it up for an hour about old times." The term originated in late 20th century AAVE, possibly from the idea of chopping up words or breaking down topics, and remains common in urban slang and everyday conversation.
Examples
Let's chop it up after the game.
