Every generation introduces its own slang, from “groovy” to “radical” to “awesome,” and today’s kids are no exception.
As we step into 2023, understanding teen slang has become a linguistic adventure.
Here are some of the most popular terms for the year:
- Bussin’: Signifying that something is exceptionally cool or exciting.
- Mid: Labeling someone or something as average or mediocre.
- Salty: Expressing upset or annoyance about something.
- Shook: The state of being shocked or unable to believe what one is witnessing.
- Sus: Short for suspicious, this term is used when something or someone seems questionable.
Additional words making waves among the younger generation include “bet,” “extra,” “bougie,” “drip,” and “simp.”
Only a mere 2% of parents surveyed were familiar with the meanings of all these words.
So, if you’re feeling a bit “sus” about these terms, don’t be “salty.” Take a moment to learn the lingo, because who knows, you might find it “bussin’.”
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