Gen Z Slang

Gen Z slang, decoded

What it means, where it came from, and whether it’s already cringe. · 83 entries, updated daily

• WashedWashed means someone or something is past its prime, not as good, popular, or relevant as it used to
• LiminalLiminal describes an empty, in-between place, like a vacant mall or hallway at night, that feels str
• ISTGISTG means 'I swear to God,' used to stress truthfulness, seriousness, annoyance, or certainty in te
• ImmaImma is a super-casual way of saying 'I'm going to,' used before a verb to announce what you're abou
• Diss TrackA diss track is a song whose whole point is to insult or call out a specific person, usually another
• JankJank describes something that's broken, cheap, low-quality, or just doesn't work the way it should.
• The discourseThe discourse is the big, messy online argument everyone is having about a topic, usually said with
• ChudChud is an insult meaning a foolish, rude, or unpleasant person, often used to call out trolls or ex
• JumpscaredJumpscared means you got suddenly startled or frightened by something that caught you completely off
• DerpDerp is now seen by US Gen Z as an outdated early-2010s meme that’s rarely used today.
• TrynaTryna is a casual, shortened way of saying 'trying to,' and it often really just means 'want to.'
• HabibiHabibi is an Arabic term of endearment meaning 'my beloved' or 'my love'.
• BumpBump means commenting the single word 'bump' on a post or thread to push it back to the top so more
• Retarded'Retarded' is a slang adjective used to call something or someone stupid, foolish, or delayed, thoug
• Fuckin'Fuckin'' is a slang term used as an intensifier to emphasize strong emotions or describe something
• FOMOFOMO is the anxious feeling you get when you think everyone else is having fun or experiencing somet
• SoooSooo is the word 'so' with extra O's added to show stronger emotion, like excitement, emphasis, or a
• KicksKicks is a casual slang term used to mean either stylish sneakers and athletic shoes or doing an act
• ChillingChilling means relaxing or hanging out, usually doing nothing in particular without feeling bored.
• DeadassDeadass is an emphatic slang term meaning 'really', 'seriously', or 'for real', used to stress truth
• TysmTYSM is an informal abbreviation for 'Thank You So Much,' used to convey warm, appreciative gratitud
• Hyped for'Hyped for' means to be extremely excited, enthusiastic, or ecstatic about an upcoming event, experi
• LarpLarp means pretending to be something you're not, originally referring to live-action role-playing g
• NicheA niche is a highly specific interest, meme, or content type that appeals only to a small, specializ
• ShoutoutA public acknowledgment or promotional mention, often used to thank, praise, or highlight someone or
• RagebaitRagebait is online content made to provoke anger or outrage in order to get clicks, comments, or sha
• VibesVibes refers to the energy or feeling a person gives off, or the atmosphere of a place, often descri
• AestheticAesthetic means the overall look or vibe of something, and calling something 'aesthetic' means it's
• Lmaoolmaoo is an extended form of 'lmao' that shows extra laughter by adding extra 'o's.
• TrollA troll is someone who says provocative things online on purpose just to get people upset or start a
• FanartFanart is artwork created by fans depicting characters, settings, or events from a work of fiction,
• NARPNARP is slang for a 'non-athletic regular person', basically any student who doesn't play a sport, u
• JefeJefe is Spanish for 'boss,' but people use it to mean their dad, a close friend, or anyone they resp
• FemboyA femboy is a young male or non-binary person who dresses and acts in a traditionally feminine way,
• DraggedTo be dragged means to be publicly roasted or criticized, often humorously, especially online.
• LowkLowk is a shorthand for low-key, used to express something subtly, secretly, or mildly without drawi
• Tldutldu means “Too Long Didn't Understand,” a short way to say a post was confusing or overly long.
• InfluencerA self-promotional social-media personality who uses a large following to push products or lifestyle
• ClownA clown is a foolish or ridiculous person, or the act of mocking someone for silly behavior.
• Mormon Assault VehicleA Mormon assault vehicle is a large van or SUV used to transport many children and groceries, often
• CringeCringe is the feeling of secondhand embarrassment or awkwardness that occurs when someone acts unawa
• Collab withA “collab with” is a casual way to say two or more people are teaming up on a project or piece of co
• JoybaitJoybait is internet slang for content or actions deliberately created to make others feel happy, war
• Crying“Crying” is used online to describe literal tears or, more often, to mock or dramatize a reaction in
• Collab'Collab' is short for collaboration, meaning a joint project or partnership between creators.
• Smth'smth' is an informal shortcut for the word “something.”
• TikTok FarlandsTikTok Farlands refers to the obscure, unsettling corner of TikTok that users reach by manipulating
• PingedTo be electronically detected or to receive a digital notification.
• BangerA banger is something impressively good or exciting, like a hit song, a stunning goal, or a tasty sa
• Punch the monkeyTo punch the monkey means to masturbate aggressively, often described humorously as a wild, forceful
• DroppingDropping means releasing new content like music, videos, or products, or taking a substance such as
• NostupidquestionsA slogan or community name meaning 'no stupid questions,' used to invite open, judgment-free questio
• Bare minimum mondaysBare minimum Monday is the practice of doing only the essential work on Mondays while using the rest
• PepePepe is a slang term referring to the Pepe the Frog meme, used to convey emotions, reactions, or as
• DoxxingDoxxing is the act of publishing someone’s private personal information online without their consent
• DeluluGen Z slang for 'delusional', being unrealistically confident or holding fantasy beliefs, especially
• LooksmaxxingLooksmaxxing is the act of improving your appearance to look as attractive as possible.
• Sus‘sus’ means suspicious or untrustworthy, like saying something looks shady.
• DripDrip is slang for flashy style or swag, especially expensive clothing or jewelry.
• GOATGOAT is an acronym that stands for 'Greatest Of All Time,' used to describe someone or something tha
• ChatGPTChatGPT is an artificial intelligence chatbot developed by OpenAI that generates human-like text, sp
• TomorrowlandTomorrowland refers to a place or state of being that is idealized, futuristic, or far in the future
• HmHm: The ultimate low-effort, high-impact reply conveying a spectrum of intense emotions or a state o
• Pretty PrivilegePretty privilege is the advantage people get because they are considered physically attractive.
• Hell ShipA hell ship is a vessel known for extremely cruel, inhumane conditions, especially those used by Jap
• Menty BGen Z slang for 'mental breakdown,' used casually to acknowledge feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or e
• UncA clipped form of 'uncle' used by Gen Z and Gen Alpha to label someone as old, out of touch, or past
• Hits differentWhen something "hits different" it feels noticeably better or worse than usual.
• YappingYapping is talking nonstop in a way that annoys people, like a small dog’s bark.
• Beige FlagA 'beige flag' is a quirky, neutral habit or trait that's neither good nor bad, often seen in dating
• MewingA teen trend where you press your tongue to the roof of your mouth to sculpt your jawline, paired wi
• Canon eventA canon event is an unavoidable, often tough moment that shapes someone's life.
• BussinGen Z slang adjective meaning something is exceptionally good, most often used to praise food that i
• Fanum TaxFanum tax is slang for taking a bite of someone else's food without asking, jokingly framed as a 'ta
• The ickThe ick is a sudden feeling of disgust toward someone you were interested in.
• Aura FarmingAura farming is the deliberate act of projecting effortless charisma or style to gain imaginary soci
• No cap‘No cap’ means ‘I’m not lying’ or ‘that’s the truth.’
• SituationshipA situationship is a romantic or sexual connection without a clear label or commitment.
• SigmaSigma describes a self-reliant, independent person, usually a male, who doesn’t follow typical socia
• GyatGyat - an exclamation (short for “god-damn”) shouted at a curvy or large butt, also used as a noun f
• Brain RotGen Z slang for silly, exciting, or nonsense content that you can’t stop watching, saying, or laughi
• SkibidiSkibidi is a versatile nonsense word used as an exclamation, adjective, noun, or verb, often for hum
• RizzSlang for charisma or flirting ability, especially the skill of attracting a romantic interest.