You’re 100% correct and we are too old to care what other men think about how we dress. But, for the record I’m busting your balls.
I just know I enjoy millennial work ethic being called into question by boomers when a dollar is worth about a 10th of what it used to be when it comes to buying a home
rewatched rush hour not that long ago and it obviously leaned into really lame race jokes but wasn't 1/10th as bad as I expected based on the premise and time frame
Bup, trying to learn more about Gen Z in preparation for this year's freshmen. I know all these words so apparently I'm not cheugy yet Spoiler 50 Gen Z Slang Words You Need to Know to Keep From Becoming "Cheugy" MARYN LILES JAN 2, 2022 generations, Gen Z-ers have their own slang and lingo that can sometimes sound like a totally different language. If you aren't quick enough to catch on, you might find yourself with FOMO (fear of missing out– don't worry, you'll learn). Maybe it happened at your local coffee shop. Or while you were waiting in line at the grocery store. No matter what generation you're a part of, you've probably experienced this: passing a group of young adults and overhearing what you consider to be absolute gibberish. In actuality, those words and phrases you couldn't understand at all are an entire language used by Gen Z kids to communicate with one another! With new slang popping up practically every time you blink, how are you supposed to keep up with the day-to-day jargon of your Gen Z kids? Fear not, there's still time to keep from becoming old uncool! Our list of 50 Gen Z slang words are here to keep you from scratching your head every time a Gen Z-er opens their mouth. 50 Gen Z Slang Words (with Meanings) 1. Fam. Fam is a shorter word for family, but don't be fooled– it can be used to describe your friends or the way Millennials use "bro". 2. Glow up. This means a makeover or transformation from bad to good. 3. CEO. If you're the CEO of something, it means you've mastered it or you're a pro. 4. Cancel Culture. Cancel culture is a form of shaming the actions or opinions of a public figure, company, or organization. 5. Stan. No, it's not short for Stanley– instead, it's a combination of "stalker" and "fan". If you stan someone, it means you're obsessed but not in a creepy way. 6. E-boy or E-girl. This is similar to emo or goth culture, but they use the internet to express themselves. 7. W. To most, it's just a letter of the alphabet, but to Gen Zers it simply means "win". 8. Dank. If something is dank, it's excellent or of very high quality. 9. Ghosting. This term is common amongst the earlier talking stages of a relationship. Ghosting someone means you start ignoring them or stop texting them back. 10. Salty. Gen Zs use this term when they're feeling jealous. 11. Big Yikes. The slang speaks for itself in this one. Big Yikes is used when you're so embarrassed that "yikes" doesn't do justice. 12. Boujee. This term can be used if you're describing something or someone that is extravagant or fancy. 13. Finna. Finna is a shortened term for saying "I'm going to". 14. Cap. An older but still relevant term, cap means to lie. If you say "no cap" it means you are being authentic or truthful. 15. High-key. High-key is simply the opposite of being low-key. 16. Cheugy. Something that is cheugy is not at all trendy. 17. Simp. Someone who does way too much for the person they have a crush on. 18. Camp. Something that is ironically trendy. One might consider Crocs to be of the camp aesthetic. 19. Snack. A snack is a person that you find attractive. 20. TFW. TFW stands for "that feeling when". TFW you get off work early on a Friday. 21. Woke. Woke refers to being politically aware. 22. Sip tea. Sip tea is an alternative to "spilling the tea", meaning you're sitting back and listening to the gossip rather than partaking in it. 23. L. Another simple letter turned slang, L is the opposite of a W– meaning a loss rather than a win. 24. Take several seats. If someone is really getting on your nerves, you might tell them to take several seats. (scroll to keep reading) Related Stories Actor Brad Johnson Dies of COVID-Related Illness What Is Cheugy? The Ultimate Explainer for the Out-of-Touch (And Probably Cheugy) What is a 'Back-to-School Necklace'? All About This Disturbing Trend That Parents Need to Know About 25. Drip. Another way of saying swag, drip is a term for a cool or sexy trend or style. 26. Bop. When a song or album is exceptionally good. 27. Sheesh. Sheesh is used to hype someone up if they're looking good or doing something good. 28. Iykyk. This acronym is short for "if you know, you know". It's commonly used in reference to an inside joke or something only a specific community might understand. 29. Living rent free. If something is "living rent-free" in your head, that means you can't stop thinking about it. 30. Hits different. When something is unique or better than the usual. 31. Bet. Simply put, this slang term means "yes". It can be used to confirm something and could be compared to the Millennial term "word". 32. Vibe check. To check someone's energy or mood. 33. Periodt. Using this at the end of the statement adds emphasis or intensity to the point made. 34. Catch these hands. To start a fight. This term is generally used in a confrontational matter. 35. Drag. If you drag someone, you're criticizing or making fun of them. This can be equated to roasting someone. 36. Finesse. Finesse means to trick or manipulate someone or a situation in order to get what you want. 37. I'm weak. Similar to "I'm dead", this is just another term to use when you find something hilarious. 38. Main character. This is a phrase used to describe someone who is generally well-liked and charismatic. It can also be used to describe someone when they're making a scene, but not necessarily in a bad way. 39. Sis. A shortened version of "sister", this term is typically used to greet a friend, no matter their gender. 40. Sending me. Another term to use if you find something particularly funny. 41. Slaps. Used to describe how exceptional something is. 42. Bussin'. A quirky word to use when you taste something delicious. 43. Sus. Short for "suspicious", sus it typically means something is not as expected, or shady. 44. Snatched. If someone is looking snatched, they look really good, particularly their outfit. 45. Guap. Money, and lots of it. 46. Smol. Something that is small, and in most cases exceptionally adorable. 47. This ain't it, chief. Another way of giving disapproval for something. 48. Extra. Someone who is out there and enjoys taking things to a new level of flamboyance. 49. Clapback. A response or comeback after you've been "called out" for something. 50. G.O.A.T. Short for "The Greatest of All Time." An acronym used to describe someone incredible.
That article could be a test. Like if you use any of those the kids will know you’re a fake who googled it.
pretty sure you could say this about every generation since the founding of this country tho edit: mickey beat me to it
Yesterday I watched a Channel 5 video. They were at a rap festival. I had to google who Yeat and $not were. They apparently have a large following and I thought the music was trash. I think im officially old. RIP me
Yeah I'm not even attempting to stay relevant on their "music." I will be using whatever Gen Z playlist Spotify spits out as my pre-class music
What should I add to this list of icebreaker questions? Trying to get to 30 1. Do you have any pets? 2. If you had to pick another major, what would it be? 3. Favorite music/favorite concert? 4. Something about your parents 5. Something about your hometown 6. Your biggest regret in HS 7. Your biggest success in HS 8. Something people assume about you 9. Social media 10. TV 11. Movies 12. Travel 13. Favorite sports team 14. Do you play sports 15. What is your “talent” 16. Dorm/roommates 17. What are you nervous about this semester 18. What are you excited about this semester 19. Explain Crocs to me 20. Your bff in HS and where they are this year 21. Your COVID experience 22. Fav celebrity or “influencer”
do we believe an article that says “W, L, GOAT, Bet” etc are Gen Z terms isn’t completely full of shit?
I get cringe when I see old Facebook posts of mine pop up from like 2005 saying things like "Where da party at?". Can't imagine seeing a video years later of 18 year old me doing some dumb fuck dance move that I thought was a good idea to post to the internet.
Every generation does cringe worthy shit. The problem is not doing that shit it’s forgetting or pretending we didn’t and then talking shit about kids do it. The bullshit “in my day” crap older generations do is far worse.
Once again, I think this is stolen from the black community. Heard people say "bet" while shaking hands back in my day
All right boys you shot my gen z article full of holes. So what can I rap with these bastards about? I’m not trying to look at a bunch of blank stares. Someone has to have younger nephews or something