(Commonly used words and phrases in digital culture.)
Bet
Used to confirm plans or agree to something.
Amped
Feeling super excited or pumped up.
Chill
Can mean to relax, hang out, or tell someone to calm down.
Body Count
Refers to the number of people someone has slept with.
Shook
Feeling extremely surprised or overwhelmed.
Hype
Intense excitement or promotion of something.
Alpha
Describes someone who is a leader or dominant personality.
Savage
Being unapologetically bold or brutally honest.
Boujee
Showing off luxury or an expensive lifestyle.
Mewing
Pressing your tongue to the roof of your mouth to supposedly enhance jawline structure.
AF
Short for “as f***,” used for emphasis.
Basic
Describes someone who follows mainstream trends, often unoriginally.
Caught in 4K
Being exposed with undeniable proof.
Lit
Something that is exciting, awesome, or high-energy.
Clout
Social media influence or power.
Karen
A term for a demanding or entitled middle-aged woman.
Dank
Used to describe something really good or impressive.
Eboy/Egirl
A subculture known for emo, punk, or alternative aesthetics online.
Delulu
Short for delusional, often about unrealistic expectations.
Gucci
Slang for “all good” or “cool.”
Tea
Gossip or juicy information.
Extra
Over-the-top behavior or being too dramatic.
Mom
The responsible or nurturing friend in a group.
Ghosted
When someone suddenly stops replying or disappears from communication.
Salty
Feeling annoyed, bitter, or upset.
Gyatt
A phrase expressing admiration for someone’s appearance.
Meal
Used to describe someone who is extremely attractive.
Go Off
Encouraging someone to continue a passionate rant or action.
Brat/Brat Summer
Someone confidently doing their own thing without caring about others’ opinions.
Big Yikes
A more intense version of “yikes,” usually for cringeworthy situations.
Hits Different
When something feels better or impacts more than expected.
Girl Dinner
A meal made up of random snacks instead of a traditional meal.
Heart Horny
Feeling a deep romantic or emotional attraction.
Mid
Something that is average or mediocre.
Hunty
A mix of “honey” and “b****,” often used playfully with attitude.
Bop
Can mean a catchy song or, in some cases, a promiscuous female.
Woke
Being socially aware and informed.
Flex
Showing off or bragging about something.
Vibe
The overall mood or energy of a situation or person.
EBAE
A romantic partner met online.
Mod
Short for moderator, often in online spaces.
High-key
Something obvious or openly admitted.
Low-key
Something subtle or kept under the radar.
Dad/Daddy
Refers to an attractive older man.
Humble Brag
Bragging while pretending to be modest.
FOMO
Fear of Missing Out.
I Had Pasta Tonight
A phrase used in meme culture to signal depression or sadness.
Emoji
Meaning
🌳 Tree & 🌿 Herb
Commonly used to represent marijuana.
🥦 Broccoli
Another reference to cannabis.
🍬 Candy
Can symbolize drugs, particularly ecstasy.
💉 Syringe
Used in drug-related conversations or for tattoos.
💊 Pill
Can symbolize recreational drug use.
🚀 Rocket
Represents something with high potency, often drugs.
🍁 Maple Leaf
Occasionally used as a symbol for marijuana.
🔌 Electric Plug
Signifies a drug dealer or supplier.
⛽ Gas Pump
Implies something is “fire” or high-quality.
Emoji
Meaning
😈 Smiling Face with Horns
Can signal playful mischief or sexual interest.
🍑 Peach
A popular symbol for a butt.
🍆 Eggplant & 🍌 Banana
Represent male genitalia, often in a suggestive way.
💃 Woman Dancing
Implies partying, confidence, or feeling sexy.
💩 Pile of Poo
Sometimes used humorously in sexual contexts.
🙆♀️ Woman Gesturing OK
Represents a female orgasm.
✊💦 Raised Fist + Sweat Droplets
Used together to symbolize masturbation.
📬 Open Mailbox with Raised Flag
Occasionally used as a code for sex.
Emojis
Meaning
😂 Face with Tears of Joy
Represents uncontrollable laughter.
😆 Grinning Squinting Face
Shows intense amusement or hysterical laughter.
😭 Loudly Crying Face
Signals sadness, frustration, or being overwhelmed.
🥺 Pleading Face
Expresses cuteness, desperation, or a heartfelt request.
😤 Face with Steam from Nose
Shows determination, anger, or irritation.
😱 Face Screaming in Fear
Represents extreme shock or horror.
🤯 Exploding Head
Symbolizes something mind-blowing.
🙃 Upside-Down Face
Indicates sarcasm, irony, or a goofy mood.
🤡 Clown Face
Can be playful or used to call someone a “clown.”
💀 Skull
Represents something so funny it’s “deadly,” or sheer disbelief.
Emojis
Meaning
❤️ Red Heart
A classic symbol of love and deep affection.
💔 Broken Heart
Signifies heartbreak or emotional pain.
😍 Smiling Face with Heart-Eyes
Expresses adoration or strong admiration.
🤤 Drooling Face
Used to show desire, often for someone attractive.
💦 Sweat Droplets
Implies arousal or an orgasm.
👉👈 Fingers Pointing at Each Other
Represents shyness or nervousness in flirting.
Emoji
Meaning
🎉 Party Popper
Represents festivity, achievement, or a big event.
🙌 Raising Hands
Conveys excitement, success, or praise.
🥳 Partying Face
Suggests celebration, fun, or a party vibe.
🔥 Fire
Denotes something cool, attractive, or exciting.
✨ Sparkles
Adds emphasis, suggesting magic or special significance.
🌟 Glowing Star
Highlights excellence or a standout moment.
Emoji
Meaning
😎 Smiling Face with Sunglasses
Shows confidence, coolness, or a laid-back attitude.
😏 Smirking Face
Suggests flirtation, mischief, or cockiness.
💯 Hundred Points
Expresses strong approval or perfection.
👑 Crown
Symbolizes leadership, royalty, or being the best.
Emoji
Meaning
🤗 Hugging Face
Used to offer comfort, support, or a virtual hug.
🙏 Folded Hands
Represents gratitude, prayer, or a request.
🤙 Call Me Hand
Conveys a chill or “hang loose” vibe.
🤩 Star-Struck
Shows amazement or admiration.
👀 Eyes
Can signal curiosity, watching closely, or seeking attention.
Emoji
Meaning
😇 Smiling Face with Halo
Suggests innocence or pretending to be good.
😬 Grimacing Face
Represents awkwardness or discomfort.
🤓 Nerd Face
Used to show geekiness or intelligence.
💩 Pile of Poo
Playfully signifies a mistake or a bad situation.
🎪 Circus Tent
Sometimes slang for an erection.
Emoji
Meaning
🐐 Goat
Stands for “Greatest Of All Time” (GOAT).
🐀 Rat
Slang for a snitch.
🐍 Snake
Represents betrayal or deception.
🔫 Squirt Gun
Sometimes used humorously to express frustration.
🔪 Kitchen Knife
Can symbolize anger or destruction.
🧢 Baseball Cap
“Cap” is slang for a lie, calling out deception.
❄️ Snowflake
Used to mock someone as overly sensitive or refer to cocaine.
👏 Clapping Hands
Used between words for emphasis, often passive-aggressively.
🎣 Fishing Pole
Means someone is “fishing” for attention or compliments.
🚾 Water Closet
Occasionally used to mean “woman crush.”
Emoji
Meaning
😴 Sleeping Face
Represents boredom, tiredness, or sleepiness.
💨 Dashing Away
Can mean running fast or symbolize vaping/smoking.
✍️ Hand with Pencil
A reminder to take notes or pay attention.
🎤 Microphone
Sometimes represents a male orgasm.
👯♀️ Women with Bunny Ears
Can imply a fun girls’ night or a sex worker reference.
🏩 Love Hotel
A euphemism for a brothel.
😮💨 Face with Open Mouth + Dashing Away
Indicates smoking or vaping.
(Lingo used frequently in online conversations.)
LOL
Laugh Out Loud
BRB
Be Right Back
BTW
By The Way
IMO
In My Opinion
IMHO
In My Humble Opinion
DM
Direct Message
YOLO
You Only Live Once
TBH
To Be Honest
SMH
Shaking My Head
ROFL
Rolling On the Floor Laughing
LMAO
Laughing My Ass Off
IDK
I Don’t Know
TMI
Too Much Information
ICYMI
In Case You Missed It
IRL
In Real Life
TL;DR
Too Long; Didn’t Read
RN
Right Now
OTP
One True Pairing
HMU
Hit Me Up