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Kind of a Big Deal Meaning

Kind of a Big Deal (phrase / US Slang, from Anchorman)

(Also heard as: I’m kind of a big deal, Big deal)

Definition:

“I’m kind of a big deal” is a joke boast, said by someone who thinks they are very important. People say it to poke fun at showing off.

Where Kind of a Big Deal Comes From:

It comes from Anchorman (2004), where Ron Burgundy says “I’m kind of a big deal. People know me.” The line became one of the most quoted from the film.

How People Actually Use Kind of a Big Deal:

Used humorously to brag about something small: “I got a parking space, I’m kind of a big deal”. It can also be used about someone truly important.

Is Kind of a Big Deal Rude?

No. It is playful, though it makes fun of boasting.

Examples in the Wild:

“I won the office quiz. I’m kind of a big deal.”Meaning: A joking boast about a small win.
“He thinks he’s kind of a big deal.”Meaning: He thinks he is very important.
“Got a table without booking. Big deal over here.”Meaning: A playful brag.