Teen Jargon
Every generation has it – teen lingo. Here’s what we know. What are your teens saying? Add it to our list!
Makin’ game: Flirting with a girl
Blazed: High on marijuana
Looking fly/fresh: Looking clean/nice/attractive
That’s clutch: That’s cool
Peace out: Goodbye
What’s crackin’: What’s new or what’s up?
Are you going to roll up?: Are you going somewhere?
Player: Male who is good and/or active with the girls
Skanky: A girl with loose morals
Kicks: Shoes
Keep it on the down low: Don’t tell anyone
Hooked up: To be physical with someone without a long term commitment. Can mean have sex with or not, definition varies among ages and groups.
Friends with benefits: Similar to “hooked up” above
Mackin’ on: trying to “hook up”
I’d tap that: I’d “hook up” with her
I’m down: I agree
I’m throwin’ down: I’m having a party
Juiced: Excited
She’s a dime piece: She’s hot
Sketchy: A shady character/creepy
Emo: an “emotional” kid who can be identified by his/her black clothing.
