Hip (en. Hip)

/hip/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A joint that connects the femur to the pelvis.
I dislocated my hip during the soccer game.
Se me dislocó la cadera durante el partido de fútbol.
The lateral area of the human body between the waist and the thigh.
She has a scar on her hip from a previous surgery.
Ella tiene una cicatriz en la cadera de una operación anterior.
A colloquial expression to refer to something modern or fashionable.
That clothing store is very hip, they always have the latest.
Esa tienda de ropa es muy hip, siempre tienen lo último.

Etymology

From Old English 'hippa', meaning 'hip'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hip to
To be aware of something.
hip to
hip hop
A musical genre that fuses rap and DJing.
hip hop
stay hip
To stay up to date with current trends.
stay hip

Related Words

hip
Part of the body that connects the torso with the legs.
cadera
thigh
Part of the human body between the hip and the knee.
muslo
movement
Change of position or place; in this context, it can refer to a lifestyle or culture.
movimiento

Slang Meanings

To be in fashion or to be popular.
That car is so hip, everyone wants to have one.
Ese coche es tan hip, todos quieren tener uno.
To be informed about modern things.
She is always hip with the latest movies.
Ella siempre está hip con las últimas películas.