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Gen Z/Gen Alpha Slang

What do these words mean?
Coraliz Garcia and Hunter Vitkauskas
November 4, 2024
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Gen Z/Gen Alpha Slang.

Every generation brings its own vibrant vocabulary and catchy slang, transforming the way we express ourselves. The current generation, for example, has unleashed a wave of terms that may look confusing at first but are packed with unique meanings. No matter how unconventional, each word bursts with creativity and captures the essence of communication. Dive into this thrilling evolution of language and discover how we articulate our world now.

Rizz

“Rizz is short for “charisma,” and it simply means an ability to charm and woo a person. It’s pronounced just like it’s spelled. The term found its way into teen slang through TikTok and other social media”

Skibidi 

“Skibidi is a meme-derived filler word with no set definition that is sometimes used in tandem with toilet. (Technically, this is a Gen Alpha phrase, but it’s frequently misattributed to Zoomers.)”

Sus

“Sus” is short for “suspicious,” according to Urban Dictionary, and it represents a distrust of something.”

Ate

“Ate” is used to describe when someone has done something exceptionally well, often in terms of style, performance, or appearance. It’s commonly used to express admiration for someone’s achievements or actions.

Sigma 

“Sigma” refers to an individual, typically male, who exists outside traditional social dominance hierarchies but still achieves success and recognition. This person is self-reliant, independent, and marches to the beat of their own drum, often embodying traits like confidence and self-sufficiency.”

Simp

”Referring to a supposed classification for men who are successful and popular, but also silent and rebellious.”

Ick

“A sudden feeling of disgust or dislike, often in response to the actions of another person” 

Delulu

“Delulu is a slang term derived from the word “delusional,” originating from the K-pop fan community in 2014. It is often used on social media to describe someone who holds unrealistic or overly idealistic beliefs or fantasies”

Fire

“Fire is a term of praise used to express enthusiasm or admiration for someone or something. When referring to an object, such as music, clothing, or a performance, calling it “fire” means it is exceptionally good or impressive.”

Cooked 

“Cooked” is a slang way to say “struggling,” “having problems,” “I’m done for,” or are just straight up ready to throw in the towel.”

Brainrot

“Braonrot is a colloquial term used to describe internet content deemed to be of low quality or value, or the negative psychological and cognitive effects caused by exposure to it”

Mew

“Mew” or “mewing” is not a new term but it has become more popular recently. It’s a method, some claim, to improve facial structure and jawline with consistent proper tongue placement and breathing through the nose.”

Opp

“The term “OPP” can commonly refer to “Opponent” or “Opposition.” It is often used to describe someone or something that an individual is in opposition to or competing against.”

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About the Contributors
Coraliz Garcia
Coraliz Garcia, Student Writer
My name is Coraliz Garcia, I am a Junior here at Greater Nanticoke Area High School, and this is my second year in journalism. I like to keep myself busy, so speaking about that, I've joined many clubs and activities in our school like Key Club, Art Club, Drama Club, FBLA club, Chorus, Aevidum, and Student Council!  Some of my hobbies are playing online games, drawing, and writing. Music helps me a lot regardless of what I am doing; it helps me keep my focus, and will always be my go-to option. I am currently doing DE (Duel Enrollment) Cyber and taking a psychology course for this Fall 2024 semester. I work at a restaurant as a host/hostess and enjoy the environment I work in! I see myself as outgoing but I don’t let anything or anyone get in my way because I have a future to fulfill and you only live once so, why let the little things bother you? I plan to go to LCCC after high school for 2 years and attend a 4-year college afterward. I have always been interested in psychology and helping people solve their problems, so I would love to be a psychologist after college, but if that doesn't work out, I know I have time to figure out what I want. No one can achieve something so quickly but as long as you put your mind to it, you can achieve your goals and aspirations- everything is a process and will take time.
Hunter Vitkauskas
Hunter Vitkauskas, Student Writer
My name is Hunter Vitkauskas, and I am a Junior here at Greater Area Nanticoke. I have lived in Nanticoke my entire life. This is my second year participating in Journalism. I am an active member of the GNA art club, Key Club, Future Business Leaders of America, and Aevidum.  Some of my hobbies include reading and writing. I see myself in ten years somewhere in Europe or New England. I have multiple countries on my bucket list as I love to travel.  After GNA I have plenty of colleges I wish to apply to including Penn State, Boston University, or UCLA. I would love to get my degree in Political Science. My goal would be to become either an attorney or a law professor.