Street voices
Michael
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United States
"Legit. When something is foolproof and totally dependable. Example, you can check his resume. He went to Harvard and worked for J.P. Morgan for 10 years. He is legit."
What it means
Short for legitimate. If something’s legit, it’s real, trustworthy, or actually good, not fake, dodgy, or just somebody chatting it up too hard. People also use it to crank up a feeling, like I’m legit exhausted or that was legit insane. It fits pretty much anywhere, from texts and reviews to everyday talk.
Usage examples
"This slice is legit, deadass. I was ready to call it hype, but now I’m guarding my box on the subway like it’s gold."
"I was sure the discount code was a scam, but it knocked thirty quid off at the checkout, so it turned out to be completely legit."
"That vintage shop looked dodgy from outside, but the owner knew every label in there. Place is legit."
"I’m legit too tired to go out tonight. If I sit down for two minutes, I’m gone."
"That kebab spot looks bare random from outside, but trust me, it's legit. Best chips I've had in ages."
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Where it comes from
Legit started as a clipped form of legitimate in English, showing up by the late 1800s. It first meant lawful or genuinely real, then slid nicely into everyday slang for something trustworthy, solid, or the real deal. Later it also picked up a second life as an intensifier, like legit tired or legit funny.
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