GEN Z SAYS WHAT?
This slang term, short for ‘charisma,’ is often used when someone is smooth or flirty
What is Rizz?
This term for cutting someone off without explanation still haunts dating apps today
What is ghosting?
‘No cap’ means you’re doing this
What is telling the truth?
🚩
What is a red flag?
When Gen Z says they have ‘beef,’ they’re talking about this
What is a conflict or feud?
When a Gen Z-er replies with just this word, it means they fully received the message and they’re not arguing
What is heard?
This phrase describes an embarrassing moment, often caught on camera
What is an epic fail?
When someone says ‘it’s giving,’ 'serving,' they’re doing this
What is describing a vibe?
👁️👄👁️
What is speechless/awkward?
This term describes a romantic connection that lacks clear labels
What is a situationship?
This slang phrase, often followed by “and left no crumbs,” is how Gen Z compliments someone who absolutely dominated
What is ate?
Back in 2013, you weren’t cool unless you had this overly styled Instagram post paired with this hashtag
What is #ThrowbackThursday?
‘Flex’ can mean working out, but in slang, it means this
What is showing off?
🤡
What is a fool?
Millennials popularized this phrase for taking on creative gigs outside of their 9–5
What is a side hustle?
This dramatic reaction, often paired with ‘I’m shook,’ means you’re completely overwhelmed
What is "I'm dead"?
A ‘basic’ person is obsessed with fall, pumpkin spice lattes, and this brand
What is Starbucks?
If someone is ‘low-key,’ they’re this
What is subtle?
💅
What is unbothered? pop-off?
This phrase describes doing just enough at work without going above and beyond
What is quiet quitting?
When Gen Z tells you to ‘touch grass,’ they’re suggesting this
What is go outside / get off the internet?
You were probably using this app to take selfies with a dog filter
What is Snapchat?
‘Main character energy’ means you’re doing this
What is acting like the star of the show?
🫣🫠📉💔
What is emotional spiral?
This Gen Z phrase means you’re over it—done, finished, turned off by something
What is "the ick"?