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Tired of being lost and confused when it comes to understanding what these young kids are saying nowadays? Well worry no further! This is a list of slang terminology used by Generation Z, or those born roughly between the mid-late 1990s to the early 2010s in the Western world.
Generation Z slang differs significantly from slang terminology of prior generations in history in that Gen Z was the first generation to grow up entirely within the internet age. Due to this, much of their slang originates from online media such as social media apps like TikTok, YouTube, or Twitch. The ease of communication that comes with the internet also results in their slang being proliferated to a greater and swifter extent.
Much of Gen Z slang today was not coined by members of the generation itself but rather were terms already in use by certain communities. In many cases, Gen Z slang is derived from African-American vernacular English and LGBTQ+ slang. This has led to accusations of "cultural appropriation."
Yeah, I know. Anyway, here is a list of the more common words in usage:
@me Pronounced "at me." Used on social media when someone feels attacked by a post.
Asl Shortened version of "as hell." No relation to early internet slang "age/sex/location."
Ate Used to express praise/admiration for a certain action or emotion performed by someone.
Bang 30s To get in a physical altercation with someone.
Based Originally meaning "to be your self and not care about how others view you", The word is now used to indicate an opinion or something that someone agrees with. It is especially common in political slang and discussions.
Beat your face To apply makeup to the face.
Bestie Short for 'best friend' though doesn't carry as much weight. Sometimes used jokingly with someone one doesn't have any relationship to; "hey bestie" Bet Yes, ok, "it's on." Derived from non-slang bet (to bet on something).
Big mad Term used to describe when someone is excessively angry.
Big yikes Used to describe something embarrassing or cringey, particularly in response to an offensive comment.
Body count A euphemism for how many people one has had sex with. Initially referred to specifically sexual intercourse, but was expanded to include all forms of sex.
Bop A good song or album. Derived from the Jazz tradition of singing with nonsense words such as bebop and rebop.
Boujee A high-class/materialistic person. Derived from the French term for burghers, bourgeoisie, which originated in the 16th century. By the 1970s, the shortened version had been born as bougie.
Bozo A stupid or foolish person
Bussin' Used to describe good food Originated from African-American vernacular as a way of complimenting good food.
Bussy Meaning "Boy Pussy". It is associated with Femboy culture Portmanteau of 'Boy' (a young male) and 'Pussy' (slang for Vagina).
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Generation Z slang differs significantly from slang terminology of prior generations in history in that Gen Z was the first generation to grow up entirely within the internet age. Due to this, much of their slang originates from online media such as social media apps like TikTok, YouTube, or Twitch. The ease of communication that comes with the internet also results in their slang being proliferated to a greater and swifter extent.
Much of Gen Z slang today was not coined by members of the generation itself but rather were terms already in use by certain communities. In many cases, Gen Z slang is derived from African-American vernacular English and LGBTQ+ slang. This has led to accusations of "cultural appropriation."
Yeah, I know. Anyway, here is a list of the more common words in usage:
@me Pronounced "at me." Used on social media when someone feels attacked by a post.
Asl Shortened version of "as hell." No relation to early internet slang "age/sex/location."
Ate Used to express praise/admiration for a certain action or emotion performed by someone.
Bang 30s To get in a physical altercation with someone.
Based Originally meaning "to be your self and not care about how others view you", The word is now used to indicate an opinion or something that someone agrees with. It is especially common in political slang and discussions.
Beat your face To apply makeup to the face.
Bestie Short for 'best friend' though doesn't carry as much weight. Sometimes used jokingly with someone one doesn't have any relationship to; "hey bestie" Bet Yes, ok, "it's on." Derived from non-slang bet (to bet on something).
Big mad Term used to describe when someone is excessively angry.
Big yikes Used to describe something embarrassing or cringey, particularly in response to an offensive comment.
Body count A euphemism for how many people one has had sex with. Initially referred to specifically sexual intercourse, but was expanded to include all forms of sex.
Bop A good song or album. Derived from the Jazz tradition of singing with nonsense words such as bebop and rebop.
Boujee A high-class/materialistic person. Derived from the French term for burghers, bourgeoisie, which originated in the 16th century. By the 1970s, the shortened version had been born as bougie.
Bozo A stupid or foolish person
Bussin' Used to describe good food Originated from African-American vernacular as a way of complimenting good food.
Bussy Meaning "Boy Pussy". It is associated with Femboy culture Portmanteau of 'Boy' (a young male) and 'Pussy' (slang for Vagina).
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