Gen Z Translator
What is "rizz"?
Charm or flirting ability
What does "main character energy" mean?
Acting like you're the star of the story
What does "touch grass" mean?
Spend time offline and in the real world
What phrase is used when someone is acting suspicious or weird?
"Sus"
True or False: Everyone else's life is actually as perfect as it looks on Instagram.
False
What does "no cap" mean?
No lie / being honest
What phrase is often used when someone is exposed for something embarrassing?
Caught in 4K
What is doomscrolling?
Continuously consuming negative content online
What does "aura farming" mean?
Doing things specifically to look cool or gain social points
True or False: Seeing only the "highlight reel" of other people's lives can sometimes contribute to feelings of anxiety, inadequacy, or low self-esteem.
True
What does "mid" mean?
Average or disappointing
What does "ATE" mean?
Did something extremely well
What is a parasocial relationship?
A one-sided emotional connection with a celebrity or influencer
What does "NPC" mean?
Non-Player Character
True or False: Social media can positively impact mental health when used intentionally.
True
What does "cooked" mean?
You're in trouble or doomed
What does "it's giving..." mean?
Describing the vibe or energy of something
What does FOMO stand for?
Fear of Missing Out
What does "looksmaxxing" mean?
Trying to maximize your appearance
You delete a photo because it didn't get enough likes. What feeling might be underneath that decision?
Insecurity, fear of judgment, rejection, low self-esteem, need for approval
What does "crash out" mean?
To lose emotional control or have a meltdown
What does "delulu" mean?
Delusional
Name one reason social media can negatively affect sleep.
Blue light, staying up late scrolling, anxiety, overstimulation, etc.
If someone says "It's giving..." what are they doing?
Describing the vibe or energy of something
Name one healthy boundary that can improve mental health when using social media.
Limiting screen time, muting triggering accounts, taking breaks, avoiding social media before bed, unfollowing negative content, turning off notifications, etc.