Since its publication in 1843, Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” has been retold in a zillion different ways, from serious stage plays to animated musicals to a Muppet movie to a horror miniseries. The role of Ebenezer Scrooge (or his character equivalent) has been played by famous actors such as Michael Caine, Bill Murray, Jim […]
It’s been a minute since Lifehacker looked at the slang of Generation Z—long enough that Generation Alpha has had time to develop and spread some of its own special buzzwords and jargon. Below is an alphabetized collection of slang taken from both Gen Z and Gen A, in case someone younger than you says something […]
Raw. Next Question Rebecca Leib Posted on December 9 2024 12:10 pm CST You don’t have to dig too deep into any TikTok post’s comments section to encounter “Raw, Next Question”; a comment that is as playful, bold, and horny as the Gen Z users who make it. Featured Video The slang comment is primarily […]
sir, this is a wendy’s. Aimée Lutkin Posted on November 12 2024 2:01 pm CST Sir, This Is A Wendy’s is a slang catchphrase used in response to someone saying something out-of-pocket, weird, ranty, or inappropriate to the time and place—such as a Wendy’s restaurant. Featured Video Meme basics: Meme Creator: Possibly @ethanhunter Meme Type: […]
The term “gyatt” has made quite a splash among Gen Z and Gen Alpha, becoming a staple in their daily conversations. This catchy word is often thrown into the mix as a lively compliment or an enthusiastic praise, adding a fun twist to their interactions. But what does “gyatt” mean, and where did the term […]
For once, Gen Z has not invented––or stolen––a word for something that already exists but has instead reclaimed it in a new way. “Yapping” has seen a resurgence on social media in the past year, with the main culprit being TikTok users. But does “yap” still mean what it used to mean? In short, yes. […]
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Black popular culture has been remixing its own version of bourgeois, at least since Gladys Knight & The Pips recorded their 1980 disco hit, “Bourgie, Bourgie” (pronounced “boo-jee, boojee”). The song describes a person “from across the tracks” who flaunts their new money with fancy clothes and a shiny car with a sunroof. Whether you […]
