Decoding Gen Z Slangs (part1)


Decoding Gen Z Slang: A Guide to the Language of the Digital Natives

Generation Z (Gen Z), born between the late 1990s and early 2010s, has its own lexicon—a vibrant mix of abbreviations, phrases, and expressions that can leave older generations scratching their heads. Fear not! Let’s dive into the world of Gen Z slang and decode what these words really mean.

1. Fam

  • Meaning: Fam is short for “family,” but it’s not limited to blood relatives. Gen Z uses it to describe close friends or even acquaintances.
  • Example: “Shoutout to my fam for always having my back!”

2. Glow Up

  • Meaning: A transformation or makeover, often from an awkward or less confident state to a more attractive or confident one.
  • Example: “She had a major glow up after high school.”

3. CEO

  • Meaning: If you’re the “CEO” of something, it means you’ve mastered it or are exceptionally skilled.
  • Example: “I’m the CEO of procrastination.”

4. Cancel Culture

  • Meaning: Shaming or boycotting a public figure, company, or organization for their actions or opinions.
  • Example: “That celebrity got canceled for their offensive tweet.”

5. Stan

  • Meaning: A combination of “stalker” and “fan.” If you stan someone, you’re obsessed with them (in a non-creepy way).
  • Example: “I totally stan Beyoncé!”

6. L

  • Meaning: Simply put, it means “win.”
  • Example: “Our team took the L in the championship game.”

7. Dank

  • Meaning: Something excellent or of high quality.
  • Example: “This meme is so dank!”

8. Ghosting

  • Meaning: Ignoring someone or abruptly stopping communication, especially in the early stages of a relationship.
  • Example: “He ghosted me after our first date.”

9. Salty

  • Meaning: Feeling jealous or bitter.
  • Example: “She’s salty because she didn’t get the promotion.”

10. Big Yikes

  • Meaning: Used when something is embarrassingly bad or cringe-worthy.
  • Example: “His dance moves were big yikes.”

Remember, Gen Z slang evolves rapidly, so stay tuned for new additions to their lexicon. Fam, you got this! 🙌🔥


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