sah
for real / honestly / no cap
Advanced Interjection
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Pronunciation
/sa/
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Cultural Note
From Arabic 'sah' (true/correct), this entered French youth slang through North African communities. It's the French 'no cap' — used to emphasize you're being truthful or to ask if something is really true. 'Sah quel plaisir' (honestly what a pleasure) became a massive meme in 2020. If someone says 'sah' before a statement, they're vouching for its truth. If they say 'sah?' after yours, they're questioning it. Peak Gen Z energy.
📝 Example Sentences
Sah, il a vraiment dit ça ?
For real, he actually said that?
C'est le meilleur kebab de Paris, sah quel plaisir.
It's the best kebab in Paris, honestly what a treat.