Communication between parents and teenagers can sometimes feel like a challenge. As each generation evolves, so does its language, with new slang terms constantly emerging. Staying in touch with the linguistic trends of today’s youth not only facilitates better understanding but also fosters stronger connections between parents and their teenage children. In this article, we present the “Top 10 Slang Words to Use with Your Teen,” a handy guide that will help you navigate the ever-changing landscape of youth vocabulary. By embracing these popular terms, you can bridge the generation gap, engage in meaningful conversations, and strengthen the bond with your teen like never before. So, let’s dive into the exciting world of teenage slang and explore the words that will make you the coolest parent on the block!
1. Rizz
“Rizz” is a recent word which has taken off on the social media platform TikTok. Being short for Christianity, the word can be used in the context of God and Christ. Example:
Person 1: You’re a rizz lord
Person 2: I too believe in lord and savior Jesus Christ.
2. Sus
“Sus” has also taken off as a result of social media. Short for “sustainability,” saying that someone is sus means that they are making environmentally conscious choices and that you are praising them for their awareness of the environment. Example:
Person 1: bruh you sus af
Person 2: Thanks fam i always make sure to recycle
3. Bussin
“Bussin” is yet another phrase from the far land of TikTok. Short for “bussing” it describes the verb of taking public transportation. Example:
Person 1: yo i’m bussin
Person 2: ok
4. Lit
“Lit” is a short form of the word “literacy” and is usually used in order to paise someone’s high intelligence. Example:
Person 1: you lit fam on god no cap
Person 2: Thank you for giving me a positive comment on my intelligence
5. On god
This is a phrase that can be shortened to “ong” and means that you devote your life to God and Jesus Christ. Example:
Person 1: on god
Person 2: i too is jesus chris
6. G.O.A.T.
G.O.A.T. is an acronym for “Gloriously Overcoming Adversities Through God’s grace.” An adjective used to praise someone for their belief in Christ. Example:
Person 1: Yo lebron the G.O.A.T. on god
Person 2: yeah I saw him at church
7. No cap
A self explanatory term for forgetting your hat at home. Example:
Person 1: oh my god I forgot my hat at home
Person 2: no cap fr
8. For real
Usually prefixed by “on god”. Used to verify true claims. Example:
Person 1: did you hear trump got executed?
Person 2: for real??
9. bet
Another self explanatory term. Used when referring to gambling/placing a bet on something. Example:
Person 1: will lebron win?
Person 2: bet
10. Low-key/high-key
Both musical terms. Low-key meaning a lower pitch/key and high-key referring to a higher one. Example:
Person 1: that new Taylor Swift song is so high-key
Person 2: yeah it sure is high pitched.
