English Slang Words Terms

2021-11-02 17:30:06 Moolah

What does moolah mean?


Moolah means money. It also appears as mula but is less common.

The term is widely understood as a term that refers to money, or at least something of monetary value. And people of all ages may use the term, partially because it's been used a lot in pop culture and it's just fun to say.

When did the moolah term become popular?

Most linguists agree that the term surfaced in the 1930s with prominent usage by U.S. gamblers and hipsters. The term remains relevant today, even as many other slang terms have been coined to refer to money, such as Bread, Dough, Paper, and Scratch.

What are the origins of the moolah term?

Some scholars believe the word came from the Gypsy word "mol," which means "to be worth." Others believe that it comes from the Irish phrase "moll oir," which means "pile of gold."

The term may have also come from "mulya" (pronounced Mool-ya), which is a Sanskrit word that means "value" or "price." The "mulya" word is also used in Hindi, Marathi, and various other languages in India. Additionally, "Amulya" means "priceless."

Example

"Can I borrow some moolah?"
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Moolah means money Open / Comment

2021-10-30 17:30:06 Cellfish

What does cellfish mean?


Inconsiderate of others while talking on the phone

Cellfish is a term used to describe a person who talks on his phone and is rude to the people around him. It combines "cell phone" and "selfish".

A person commonly exhibits cellfish behavior in smaller spaces where strangers are forced to congregate, such as a waiting room, a checkout line, movie theater, or an elevator. Since this person is so engrossed in his phone he is unaware of others.

Example

"That dude in line was being so cellfish, no one wants to hear about dislike of your mother-in-law.
Yeah, he used like 5 f-bombs in front of those kids."
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Cellfish means inconsiderate of others while talking on the phone Open / Comment

2021-10-25 17:30:04 Blursday

What is blursday?



Literally any day of the week, they're all the same now

Those who are having trouble telling the days of the week apart may refer to them all as blursday. This slang term rose to prominence in 2020, as those sheltering in place during the COVID-19 pandemic lost track of the passage of time.

It turns out, when you WFH, can't meet up with friends, and aren't allowed to enter gyms, bars, shops, or restaurants, most every day of the week feels the same. To express and confront this feeling of sameiness, many social media users began referring to every day of the week as blursday, conveying how disoriented they felt.

For example, in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, it would not have been uncommon for a person to answer the question "What day is it?" with "It's Blursday March 233rd." Anyone having a stressful, time-crunched, or protracted week, however, may now refer to the current day as blursday.

Example

"6 am on another beautiful blursday, let's get at it!"
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In 2020, every day was blursday Open / Comment

2021-10-25 05:30:01 Cancel Culture

What is cancel culture?



Canceling people who do anything controversial

Cancel culture is the desire to ostracize a person or company when they do something disagreeable. It's especially prominent on social sites, like Twitter and Facebook where Internet users band together to "cancel" other objectionable users.

The term became prevalent in 2019 to describe the mobs of Internet users that come together to silence, or "get rid of" others that have done something objectionable.

Cancel culture partially grew out of the #MeToo movement, which began in 2017 when victims of sexual abuse started to publicly come forward to share their stories. While the #MeToo movement provided a platform for victims that was empowering, the swift punishment doled out to those accused led to the growth of cancel culture on the web.

A prominent criticism of "cancel culture" is that people are jumping to conclusions without due diligence. Another criticism is that users are dismissing people for minor transgressions instead of working through differences of perspective to get to a shared understanding.

Example

"The cancel culture is attacking our freedom of speech!"
"Not really, you're allowed to say it but now there are more significant consequences, at least online."
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Cancel culture folks remember Open / Comment

2021-10-24 17:30:04 No Cap

What does no cap mean?


No lie

No cap means "no lie" or "for real," and is used to emphasize that you are telling the truth, especially when describing something that is hard to believe. The slang term gained mainstream popularity in 2018.

When texting or online, the term may also be seen with the baseball cap emoji for extra emphasis. People may also use Cap or Capping when talking about people who are lying. The Cap term gained a lot of exposure in May 2019 when NBA superstar Kevin Durant used it in a tweet accusing reporter Chris Broussard of lying about texting with him.

Example

"I just saw a dude jump out of a moving car. No cap."
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No Cap means no lie Open / Comment

2021-10-24 05:30:06 Skol

What does skol mean?


Good health

Skol is a Scandinavian greeting similar to cheers that means "good health". The term is often used to toast or salute a person.

The term is commonly used in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark when drinking to good health. It appears as "skål" in Norwegian, Swedish, and Danish. It is also used in Iceland where it appears as "skál".

In the sports world, skol is famously used by the Minnesota Vikings NFL team as a way to urge the team on to victory. The team uses it in their "Skol, Vikings" fight song and fans often salute each other with the saying. Some believe that the term was used by real Vikings during the middle ages. It comes from "skoll", which is the human skull of a fallen enemy that the victorious Vikings would drink from as a sign of respect.

Example

"To long life and happiness. Skol!"
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Skol is often used when drinking a beverage Open / Comment

2021-10-23 17:30:11 BMW

What does BMW stand for?



Bayerische Motoren Werke

An easy and more pronounceable way to reference the German vehicle company; founded in 1916, they specialize in automobile, motorcycle, and engine manufacturing; one of the best-selling luxury automakers in the entire world.

Example

"I think I'm gonna buy a BMW this time around.
Wow, that's definitely a step up from your Geo Metro!"
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A BMW travelling down the freeway Open / Comment

2021-10-23 05:30:05 Liberal Tears

What are liberal tears?


Complaints from a liberal

Liberal tears are complaints from a left-leaning person, known as a liberal or Democrat. The complaints are typically about something that a right-leaning person, also known as a conservative or Republican, said or did.

The phrase was created by conservatives to mock liberals as weak, crying whiners who have the IQ of a baby. "Liberal tears" is often used on social sites, like Facebook and Twitter, in response to a leftie politician, activist, or celebrity.

Example

"Gimme a break, save your liberal tears for someone who actually cares."
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Trump drinking liberal tears Open / Comment

2021-10-22 17:30:04 Stitches

What does snitches get stitches mean?


People who tell on others will get hurt

Snitches get stitches means that people who tell on others will get hurt or be killed. It is used to describe what happens to narks.

The saying is popular among gang members and inmates to warn people that if you reveal any secrets to others, especially cops, you'll end up physically hurt or possibly dead. The rule is common in brotherhood communities such as gangs, sports teams, and fraternities.

Example

"You better not tell them anything you saw here cuz snitches get stitches, bro."
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Walter Sobchak is here to remind you that snitches get stitches Open / Comment

2021-10-22 05:30:03 Lockdown

What is a lockdown?


An order to stay where you are

A lockdown is an order given by an authority figure to remain in your home or current location. It is typically issued to prevent harm from coming to people, most notably in 2020 when almost the whole world was put in lockdown to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Lockdowns may be ordered for a variety of purposes including when a violent person is on the loose in the vicinity or when an infectious illness is spreading through a community. 2020 was all about lockdowns due to covid and rioting over racial injustices.

While most people in 2020 adhered to lockdown life, it was hard for many throughout the world, especially in the U.S. Frustrated individuals took to social media and shared memes to complain about the excessiveness of the lockdowns and the over-reaching power of the government to enforce them. Some even believed that lockdowns were a part of a vast government conspiracy to install cameras everywhere for security purposes.

Others tried to be positive about lockdown challenges. They worked on house improvements, spent more time with family, read books, zoozed with friends, and made elaborate Rube Goldberg machine variations.

Other terms related to lockdown include social distancing, quaranfifteen, and quaranteam.

Example

"Oh boy, here comes another lockdown. See you in 3 weeks!
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Lockdowns can affect people very differently Open / Comment