Rizz
Refers to someone’s charm, charisma, or ability to effortlessly attract others. If you “have rizz,” you’re smooth, confident and know how to make people instantly like you.
Delulu
Short for “delusional,” delulu is used humorously to describe unrealistic or overly optimistic thinking, especially in relationships or fandoms. Being “delulu” is often portrayed as fun rather than genuinely concerning.
Situationship
A romantic or almost-romantic connection without clear labels. More than friends but not officially dating, it describes modern, ambiguous relationships defined by emotional closeness yet fear of commitment or clarity.
Iykyk
Iykyk stands for the acronym for “If you know, you know.” It is used when something is relatable or meaningful only to people familiar with the context, joke, experience, or trend, excluding everyone else.
Bet
A versatile expression meaning “okay,” “sure,” or “we’ll see.” It is used to confirm plans, accept challenges, or signal confidence and often replaces “alright” or “got it” in conversations.
Ate
This means someone performed exceptionally well mainly in terms of fashion, dance, or speech. Saying “she ate” is strong praise, suggesting the person dominated the moment, leaving no room for improvement.
No cap
Means “no lie” or “I’m being serious.” It is used to emphasise honesty or truthfulness. It is common in casual or emphatic statements.
6-7!
Across the world, many Gen-Zers have taken to shouting the phrase 6-7. No one knows what it means, but the term, believed to have originated as an online meme with the 2024 song “Doot Doot (6 7)” by Skrilla, was recently named as Dictionary.com’s Word of the Year.
Main character energy
This describes someone living boldly, confidently, and intentionally as if they’re the protagonist of a story. It is often tied to independence, self-love, aesthetic moments, and seizing memorable experiences.
Slay
This is a compliment, meaning someone looks great, performed amazingly, or handled a situation flawlessly. It is associated with confidence, empowerment.