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Bada-Bing

/ˈbɑː.dəˈbɪŋ/
interjectionCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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2 senses
As interjection
  1. 1

    An expression used to emphasize a point or to indicate that something has been successfully completed.

    "He finished the project ahead of schedule—bada-bing!"
  2. 2

    Used to punctuate a humorous or dramatic statement.

    "And just like that, she won the lottery—bada-bing!"

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'bada-bing' is believed to have originated in the Italian-American community, particularly popularized by its use in the television series 'The Sopranos' in the late 1990s. It is an onomatopoeic expression that conveys a sense of finality or emphasis, often used after a punchline or to signify a successful outcome.

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