Chillin’ *IMPORTANT NOTE: This is different than the temperature “chilly” or the food “Chili” or the country “Chile.” Chillin’ = to relax, spend time with friends “Chill out” = relax , act calm “just chill” = relax, act calm Who says this?: Mostly young people Ex: I don’t think I’m doing anything tonight. I’m just […]
What’s Up = hello, how’s it going (informal) *Sometimes “what’s up” is shortened to just “sup.” Who says it?: Mostly young people It sounds like a question, but really it is the same meaning as “hello” or “how’s it going.” You don’t have to answer with anything specific. A simple “hi”, “hey”, or your own […]
Cheesy = trying too hard to act cool or look attractive Ex: Everybody’s clothing in the 1980s was so “cheesy.” Ex: That guy always uses “cheesy” pick up lines to try to entertain women. Ex: That movie looks so “cheesy.” Ex: That commercial is so “cheesy.” No one really acts like that.
Bad = cool, amazing, or dangerous *IMPORTANT NOTE: This is not the same bad that is opposite of good. So, this might be a little confusing. *Think of the bad boy in school that all the girls like, or the Michael Jackson song “Bad.” Ex: This jacket is “bad!” I have to buy it. […]
Nah = No ( but less strong) “Yeah” (or spelled “yea”) is slang for yes, so “nah” is slang for no. Ex: Person #1: “Hey do you want to go see a movie?”Person #2: “Nah. I’m kind of busy. Maybe some other time.” Ex: Person #1: “Do you want something to eat?”Person #2: “Nah. I […]