Meaning of the word shawty in English

What does shawty mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

shawty

US /ˈʃɔː.ti/
UK /ˈʃɔː.ti/

Noun

a term of endearment for a young woman, often used in hip-hop culture

Example:
Hey, shawty, what's your name?
He called her shawty as a compliment.