Have you always been on top of all the new, viral words young people say?
Great. Of course you have. But even the trendiest among us now struggle to understand how words that definitely have real meanings don't seem to be used properly anymore. It used to be enough to Google "What are the new slang words?" but slang itself is pretty irrelevant these days.
Are you ready to be relevant AF?
You may notice that many of these words lack a certain je ne sais quoi, and that is because they have no “quoi.” They are, for the most part, a bunch of silly, goofy words. But they're so damn fun to use.
So live a little, and indulge your inner Vine star. We're not getting any younger, and the wild world of viral words is not one to be afraid of — it's one to embrace.
Let's get to it. We've got a lot of ground to cover.
Use this response when you 100% agree with a statement. One-hundred percent = hundo p. Only use it when you are positive about something.
"Do you think you're going to go to the party tonight?"
"Hundo p — let's split an Uber."
Birdman made "respek" into an iconic term after his rant on radio show The Breakfast Club. He urged the hosts to show him some respect, by adding some "respek" on his name.
"Please put some respeck on The Dutchess because it is an album of bangers."
Or
"You need to put some respeck on Beyoncé’s name.”
The traditional definition of the word "dead" is, of course, when someone is no longer alive or living. So the social and viral use of the word is obviously a bit of a stretch, but relates back to the real meaning. One “dies” or is “dead” when a celebrity “slays” or “kills” them.
"Did you see Kanye's eyes at the Met Gala?"
"Yes. Dead."
The new "vibe."
“I just found this new Instagram account and I love the aesthetic.”
Or
“I just don’t like that artist because I don’t get her aesthetic.”
Or
“This is so my new aesthetic.”
An abbreviation of the word "relationship." The word describes fans', or stans', approval of fictional or desired romances.
“I ship Larry.”
We already learned “dead,” so now we’re ready to move onto another variation on the word. TD stands for "to die." Most often used when something is too amazing and you’re worried you might just…die.
“Do you like this jacket on me?"
"It's TD. Buy it."
Remember that T-Mobile commercial where everyone answered the phone “Wussup?” and it became the most obnoxious greeting ever? This is the 2016 version of that. It is a combination of the word “sup” and “huh,” making you sound confused and interested at the same time. It has its roots in this viral video. It caught on fast enough. Gigi Hadid even did a Vine of herself “suh-ing ” earlier this year. (Fun fact: I’m in the background of the video texting.)
“Hey.”
“Suh.”
When someone acts, looks, or comes off as classless or tasteless. It's a take on the term "trailer trash" and is quite the insult to either a person or a place, so be wary when using it.
"Did you read Piers Morgan's comments on Beyonc é ?"
"Trash."
FR means "for real." That's all.
"TGIF FR."
"Agree."
Low key can be used in place of the formerly popular phrase "down low," because usually people say low key when they are about to say something they don't want everyone to know about. It's almost like a guilty pleasure. It is also the antithesis of high key.
"I low key tripped walking onto the subway today."
Or
"I am low key addicted to using Kimoji."
An expression of approval and appreciation, most often used as a term of positive endearment. The opposite of the formerly popular “Bye, Felicia.” Both have their roots in '90s one-liners. The expression was first used in the sitcom Martin, in exchanges between Martin Lawrence's character and his partner, Gina.
"Damn Gina!"
Celebrity feuds are often described as “savage.” Unlike many of the words on this list, the use of savage in today’s online world follows the accepted definition of the word. The only difference is that, as with most of the words on this list, it's often used hyperbolically.
“Did you see the GIF of Leonardo DiCaprio rolling his eyes at Lady Gaga?”
"Savage.”
See also: petty.
An abbreviation of the word “suspect” and "suspicious." A word to describe a shady situation or person.
“This frat bathroom is so sus."
Or
"Why is he sussin?"
Lit means something is popping off. It may have its roots in the cringe-worthy celebratory phrase, “The roof is on fire!” For whatever reason, we have accepted heat-related slang as party phrases. But be warned, lit might be on its last leg of relevance. It’s been quite overused in the past couple months. To give you some perspective, when searching “lit” on Genius, there are nearly 100,000 results.
"How's the party"
"It's lit."
Or
"Drake's Views is too lit."
To delete someone, or something, out of your life. A broader version of ghosting. It's often used in the past tense.
"Have you talked to that guy from Tinder?"
"Nah, it's cancelled."
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This word is BIG right now. There’s a whole #WokeBae phenomenon happening. But the word has its roots in an Erykah Badu song, “Master Teacher.” I like the way The New York Times Magazine puts it: “Think of ‘woke’ as the inverse of ‘politically correct.’ If ‘P.C.’ is a taunt from the right, then ‘woke’ is a back-pat from the left.” Woke statements might also low key stir up drama. The more woke one is, the more sympathetic and knowledgeable one is about a topic or type of person. It is most often used to describe a man who is also a feminist (as most men should be.)
“Did you hear about the guy at the gym who had tampons to give to a girl who needed one?”
“Damn, he’s woke.”
A term of endearment among female companions, especially for your most responsible friend.
"Mom, what's the weather tonight?"
"Chilly. Bring a coat."
Or
"Hey, mom."
"Hi, mom!"
An abbreviation of the word "sister" as well as an acronym for "sisters in spirit," a.k.a. your besties. The new way to describe girls in your squad. You probably take lots of Snapchats together.
“SIS, let's take a group selfie Snapchat!”
When something is really fun, exciting, and enjoyable, it gives you life and makes you live. In many cases it could be read as the typical definition of the word, but in this case it is way cooler.
"I was living for that party on Saturday."
The new way to greet your group of close friends, or even an individual friend.
"Hey, fam."
Or
"Sup, fam."
We've already covered low key, now we have high key. When something is high key, it is the straight-up truth and there is no denying it. Once you proclaim something to be high key, you are all in.
"High key love Refinery29."
"Same."
Stan is the combination of the words stalker and fan. The plural of the word is stans. A good visual reference is first seen in this Eminem music video, "Stan."
"I am legit Justin Bieber's number one stan."
"Really? Cause that's kinda creepy."
In case you ever feel the need to say the most passive-aggressive insult of all, there’s “hunty.” A favorite on RuPaul’s Drag Race, the word combines the terms “cunt” and “honey” to create a dangerously creative term of endearment.
[Walks in late to friend’s birthday dinner]
“Hey hunties, sorry I'm late!”
Anyone who isn’t necessary to the situation. Or someone who you or your friends don’t know or like.
“Do you know who that is?”
“No, he’s extra.”
An informal way to address any male. Can also be said with a slight inflection to signify an interest in said male.
"Hey, dad"
Or
"He is a da-ad."
Note: TOTALLY different than "daddy."
To perfect or smooth things out, both visually and emotionally. Also when someone carries themselves with extreme elegance and style.
"What're you doing tonight?"
"I'm gonna finesse my closet."
Or
"That's so cool."
"No man, that's finesse."
RT is short for retweet. It is now also used to show agreement.
"Do you like Taylor Swift's new hair?"
"Yesss, RT RT RT."
This one letter takes the place of the entire word “very.” It can be used in a plethora of ways. The possibilities are endless.
“This margarita is v strong.”
Or
“Are you excited tomorrow’s Friday?”
“vvvvvv.”
Or
“Did you read the latest piece from Refinery29 about all those new viral words you need to know?”
“Why yes, I did. It was v helpful and v much appreciated.”
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