English Slang: American
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Contemporary American slang terms and what they actually mean.
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- 1rizzOne's charm/seduction skills. Derived from charisma.
- 2basedBeing yourself, not being scared of what people think. Acting with integrity. Also used to express approval.
- 3bussinExtremely good, excellent. Originated from African-American vernacular for delicious food.
- 4capTo lie. 'No cap' means 'not lying' or 'for real'.
- 5no capIt means that you are not lying, being honest.
- 6slayTo do something well, to succeed impressively.
- 7betAgreeing to something; yes; okay; sure.
- 8dripTrendy high-class fashion, stylish clothing.
- 9What does 'fire' mean in slang?Impressive, good, or cool.
- 10litRemarkable, interesting, fun, or amusing.
- 11What does 'GOAT' stand for?Greatest of all time.
- 12vibe checkTo check one's personality, behavior, or attitude.
- 13What does 'ghost' mean as a verb?To end communication or contact with someone without warning.
- 14susShort for suspect/suspicious. Popularized by the game Among Us.
- 15saltyBehaving or expressing oneself in a resentful, bitter, or irritated manner.
- 16shookTo be shocked, surprised, or bothered.
- 17bruhA variant of 'bro' used to express shock, embarrassment, or disappointment.
- 18dead/dedHumorous to such an extent as to 'kill you' from laughter.
- 19flex' or 'flexingTo show off, especially wealth, achievements, or possessions.
- 20stanTo support something to an extreme degree. Overzealous fan. From Eminem's song 'Stan'.
- 21What does 'tea' mean in slang?Secret information or rumors. 'Spilling the tea' means sharing gossip.
- 22throw shadeTo subtly insult or criticize someone.
- 23on fleekPerfectly styled, flawless (especially eyebrows or appearance).
- 24savageFierce, bold, or brutally honest. Can also mean cool or impressive.
- 25extraOver the top, excessive, dramatic.
- 26basicPreferring mainstream products, trends, and music. Unoriginal, boring.
- 27finnaShort for 'fixing to', meaning 'getting ready to' or 'about to'.
- 28glow-upA major improvement in appearance, confidence, personality, and style.
- 29simpBeing overly affectionate or sycophantic in pursuit of a sexual relationship.
- 30KarenPejorative term for an entitled, obnoxious, or angry (usually white middle-aged) woman.
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