AMERICAN SLANG
From y’all to jawn
Modern online language and regional expressions from across the United States.
A stereotype for an entitled or demanding person, often a white middle-aged woman.
Exciting, fun or highly energetic; historically it can also mean intoxicated.
Enjoying life confidently and on one's own terms.
A blend of lowkey and genuinely meaning quietly but sincerely.
Very, extremely or a large amount in New York-area informal speech.
Informally making small adjustments to work hours rather than following one fixed daily schedule.
A southern construction meaning might be able to.
Social influence, money, opportunities or visible momentum.
A mainstream person who does not participate deeply in a subculture or niche community.
A humorous way to acknowledge one's own behaviour or an awkward situation.
A strong assurance that someone is telling the truth or speaking sincerely.
A small exclamation used when surprised, bumping into someone or moving past them.
An opponent, enemy or rival, originating as a shortening of opposition.
An emphatic form of period used to end a statement with confidence.
Excellent or attractive, especially in 1990s slang.
An abbreviation commonly meaning annoy me or make me angry in current slang contexts.
A Louisiana sandwich traditionally served on French-style bread.
A regional American term for a carbonated soft drink.
Upset, bothered or overly concerned about something.
Messy, low-quality or socially inappropriate; can be insulting and culturally sensitive.
Criticise someone sharply and accurately, often in drag and ballroom culture.
A loyal, trustworthy or genuinely supportive person.
Evidence, screenshots or records used to prove a claim.
Think, suppose or believe; common in southern and rural American speech as well as elsewhere.
Occupying someone's thoughts persistently without effort.
A person who remains extremely loyal and supportive.
Style, confidence or a distinctive quality that makes someone impressive.
I understand and no further explanation is needed.
Earn money, obtain an opportunity or achieve a valuable goal.
Making someone laugh intensely or react strongly.
A subtle or indirect insult or expression of disrespect.
Dishonest, suspicious or questionable.
Surprised, shocked or emotionally affected.
A playful exaggerated form of shook.
A holiday house near the beach, especially along the New Jersey coast.
A friendly or emphatic way to address a woman or close friend.