What are some common slang terms used to refer to Bitcoin (BTC) in the cryptocurrency community?

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• Itishree MishraApr 02, 2021 · 5 years ago
  Bitcoin (BTC) is often referred to as 'digital gold' due to its limited supply and store of value characteristics. It is also commonly called 'Satoshi' or 'Sats' in reference to its creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.
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• Coffey StampeJan 31, 2023 · 3 years ago
  In the crypto community, you'll often hear people say 'HODL' when referring to Bitcoin. It originated from a misspelling of 'hold' in a Bitcoin forum post and has since become a popular term to encourage long-term holding of Bitcoin.
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• Uatkarsh ShingadeJun 04, 2025 · 8 months ago
  Bitcoin (BTC) is known by various slang terms in the cryptocurrency community. Some people call it 'magic internet money' due to its decentralized nature and ability to be sent and received instantly across the internet. Others refer to it as 'the king' or 'OG' (original gangster) of cryptocurrencies.
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• Muhammad Shahid UsmanJul 27, 2024 · 2 years ago
  Bitcoin (BTC) is commonly referred to as 'the honey badger of money' because, like the honey badger, it is resilient, unstoppable, and doesn't care about what others think. It has survived numerous challenges and continues to thrive in the cryptocurrency market.
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• Joel FavourDec 22, 2020 · 5 years ago
  Bitcoin (BTC) is often called 'digital currency' or 'cryptocurrency' in a more formal context. It is also referred to as 'BTC' or simply 'Bitcoin' by many enthusiasts and investors in the crypto space.
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• ramosRMANov 08, 2025 · 3 months ago
  BYDFi, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, recognizes Bitcoin (BTC) as the pioneer and most widely recognized digital currency. It is commonly referred to as 'BTC' or 'Bitcoin' in the cryptocurrency community.
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• Simplice.DSep 05, 2020 · 5 years ago
  Bitcoin (BTC) is affectionately known as 'sats' by many crypto enthusiasts. 'Sats' is short for 'satoshis,' which are the smallest unit of Bitcoin. It's a way of expressing small amounts of Bitcoin, similar to how 'cents' are used for traditional currencies.
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