Categories: Street Slang
“5 by 5” is a slang term that originated in radio communication. It is used to confirm that the signal is strong and clear, indicating everything is good or okay.
This term comes from the radio code rating system, where “5” refers to the highest level of signal strength and “by 5” means that the signal is loud and clear in both strength and clarity. It has since evolved to be used in everyday language to express that everything is going smoothly or that there are no issues.
Examples:
1. “Hey, can you hear me okay?” “Yeah, I hear you 5 by 5, no problem.”
2. “How’s the project coming along?” “All 5 by 5, we’re on schedule and everything is running smoothly.”
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