This one's pretty straightforward: someone is “mother” if they're an iconic feminine figure, and an act is “mother” if it contributes to that icon status. It's most often used to refer to pop stars, actresses, or other celebrities, but it can be applied in everyday life, too.
/fam/ Noun. This shortened form of family isn't just the people you live with, it's anyone close to you, anyone who's got your back. Your friends, your peers, or pretty much anyone millennials called peeps or bros. Your fam's there for you.
Periodt. Meaning: A more intense version of “period,” meant to add emphasis to the point being made. Example: “This is the best song I've ever heard—periodt.”
In Gen Z slang term, “fire” means something is really amazing or cool. They also use it to express excitement or point out a new trend within their culture.
cheugy. Are you cool or are you cheugy? This word, used to describe “uncool” things that are either out of style or trying too hard to be in style, is believed to have been coined in 2013.
Lowkey – way of saying that you did or like something on the down low, hinting at embarrassment if you were to openly admit this.
Situationship
A "situationship" describes an ambiguous romantic relationship where both people have feelings for each other but don't want (or see a need) to have it clearly defined. Situationships are frequently characterized by "dating, but not really".
Boujee is more widely used in black slang to describe someone who has made their own wealth out of a poorer upbringing, likes a lavish lifestyle, but is still connected to their roots “in the hood.”
Generation Z comprises people born between 1996 and 2010. This generation's identity has been shaped by the digital age, climate anxiety, a shifting financial landscape, and COVID-19. " " (5 pages) Gen Z is currently the second-youngest generation, with millennials before and Generation Alpha after.
"Lit" is an adjective either used to describe a fun, high-energy situation, or someone who is intoxicated. Situation 1: "That concert was so lit."
Gen Z slang explained
Slay: This word means to do something well or to do a good job.
Bet: Bet is a way of saying “yes” or “OK” or “it's on.” Vibing: Gen Z is big on vibes.
Gen Z: Gen Z is the newest generation, born between 1997 and 2012. They are currently between 9 and 24 years old (nearly 68 million in the U.S.) Gen A: Generation Alpha starts with children born in 2012 and will continue at least through 2025, maybe later (approximately 48 million people in the U.S.)
Bruh Similar to bro, but we do not call people Bruh that often. It is used commonly as a reaction to something bad or crazy. For example, a Gen-Z drops their sandwich and it sticks to the ground, they would just look at it and say, “Bruh.”
Members of the Gen Z years were born between 1997 and 2012. So as of 2023, the Gen Z age range is anywhere from 11 to 26. They are commonly referred to as the first fully “digitally native” generation. They grew up with social media and smartphones—they're used to living in a digital-first world.
Fit is a way of saying that a person is attractive, or sexy. E.g. “That guy is sooo fit.
Urban Dictionary's top definition of a simp is “someone who does way too much for a person they like.” Other definitions on the crowdsourced online dictionary include “a man who puts the hoes before the bros,” and “a guy that is overly desperate for women, especially if she is a bad person, or has expressed her ...
Ily is an informal sign off from a text like 'thanks'. It can also be used to express the first stage of affection in text form as it is not taken seriously by Gen Z. “People don't say 'I love you' yet – they say 'ily', then 'love ya', then 'love you'. It's stages.”
78 percent of Gen Z surveyed said they prioritise respect in partners, with 79 percent prizing loyalty as an important quality and 61 percent valuing open-mindedness. Meanwhile, 56 percent prioritised physical appearance.
Generation Alpha includes all children born in or after 2010, and they've earned quite a few nicknames, including Gen A, Generation Glass and Upagers.
Gen Z would say they're being salty. Salty can be used to describe jealous, irritated, or resentful behavior.
Gucci – This is used when come one wants to express that something or someone is chill or awesome.
And it looks like Gen Z is indeed shaping up to be a homebody generation as well: Looking at their favorite activities by age, 13-18-year-olds are the most likely to say they “go out with friends” for fun in an average night, but playing video or mobile tops their list, followed by watching TV or movies.