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Bebe's kid

(especially, AAVE) An unruly child.

ˈbibiz ˈkɪdDocumented since 1990s1990sMillennialhistorical139 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026US

(especially, AAVE) An unruly child.

Origin: A reference to the movie ''Bébé's Kids'' (1992). Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
For parents

Bebe's kid means: An unruly child.. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up. For most families this word will pass by without incident; it is more a vocabulary curiosity than a parenting concern.

For ESL learners

Bebe's kid means: An unruly child.. Register: neutral, standard English. A common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; native speakers immediately notice when slang appears in formal contexts, so always check the surrounding register before producing it yourself. A formal-English equivalent (a synonym or descriptive phrase) is usually safer in writing. When in doubt, paraphrase rather than reuse the slang form.

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Bebe's kid means: An unruly child.. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up. For most families this word will pass by without incident; it is more a vocabulary curiosity than a parenting concern.

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Slang is read by different audiences for very different reasons. The For parents view re-explains the term in plain, non-judgemental language so a caregiver can understand what their child means without needing the surrounding subculture. The For English learners view focuses on register (when it's safe to use), formal alternatives, and common mistakes — what a textbook won't teach you.

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