Love Island is back! The cult TV show returns with our very own ‘All Stars’ in January. If you’re just starting out or you’re from across the pond, it can be quite daunting. Stick with us to know your grafting from your mugging off?
50 Popular Love Island Slang Terms
- Grafting
Putting in the effort to win someone over romantically.
Example: “I’ve been grafting hard, but she’s still not interested.” - Mugged Off
Being disrespected or made to look foolish.
Example: “He kissed someone else? Nah, I’ve been mugged off.” - Crack On
To pursue someone romantically.
Example: “If she’s interested, I might crack on with her tonight.” - Pied
Rejected or ignored.
Example: “She completely pied me off in front of everyone.” - Coupled Up
Being paired romantically, officially or unofficially.
Example: “We’ve been coupled up since day one—strongest couple in the villa.” - Factor 50
Refers to someone being overly cautious or protective.
Example: “She’s putting factor 50 on him—calm down, it’s just a chat!” - It Is What It Is
A way to accept a situation you can’t change.
Example: “He picked someone else? It is what it is.” - Recoupling
The ceremony where Islanders choose new partners.
Example: “The recoupling tonight is going to be tense!” - Head Turned
When someone becomes attracted to someone else despite being in a couple.
Example: “I thought he was loyal, but his head’s been turned.” - Casa Amor
The iconic second villa where loyalty is tested.
Example: “Casa Amor is chaos—will anyone stay loyal?” - Eggs in One Basket
Focusing all your attention on one romantic option.
Example: “I’ve put all my eggs in her basket—hope it’s worth it!” - Stick or Twist
Deciding whether to stay with your partner or choose someone new.
Example: “He twisted at Casa Amor, and now he’s single.” - Dead Ting
Someone boring or not bringing energy.
Example: “She’s lovely, but her chat is a bit dead ting.” - 100% My Type on Paper
Someone who matches your ideal partner criteria.
Example: “Dark hair, blue eyes—he’s 100% my type on paper.” - Breadcrumbing
Giving just enough attention to keep someone interested.
Example: “He’s breadcrumbing her while cracking on with someone else.” - Pull for a Chat
Asking someone to talk privately.
Example: “Can I pull you for a chat? I need to clear the air.” - Bev
A term for an attractive person.
Example: “Did you see that new guy? Absolute bev.” - Snake
Someone who betrays or acts deceitfully.
Example: “She went behind my back? She’s a snake.” - Salty
Being bitter or upset.
Example: “He’s so salty she didn’t pick him at recoupling.” - Bombshell
A new Islander who shakes things up.
Example: “The new bombshell just walked in—he’s going to turn heads.” - Vibe
The connection or atmosphere between two people.
Example: “We had a vibe, but now it’s gone.” - The Ick
A sudden feeling of repulsion toward someone you once liked.
Example: “He chews with his mouth open, and now I’ve got the ick.” - Exclusive
Deciding to date only each other.
Example: “Are we exclusive, or are you still grafting?” - Chirpsing
Flirting or chatting someone up.
Example: “He’s been chirpsing her all night by the fire pit.” - Neck On
Slang for kissing.
Example: “They finally necked on during the challenge!” - Stepping On Toes
Pursuing someone who’s already coupled up.
Example: “He’s not afraid to step on toes to get what he wants.” - Melt
Someone overly emotional or soft.
Example: “He cried after one chat—what a melt!” - Playing a Game
Not being genuine and just trying to win.
Example: “I don’t trust him—he’s playing a game.” - Savage
When someone is brutally honest or makes a bold move.
Example: “She dumped him at recoupling—so savage!” - On Job
Being focused or committed.
Example: “He’s on job with his grafting skills.” - Cringe
Something awkward or embarrassing.
Example: “That dance he did? Absolute cringe.” - Deep It
To think about something seriously or reflect on it.
Example: “Deep it—he’s been lying to you this whole time.” - Back Yourself
To have confidence in yourself.
Example: “If you like him, pull him for a chat and back yourself.” - Vulnerable
At risk of being dumped from the villa.
Example: “If she doesn’t pick him, he’s vulnerable tonight.” - Fire Pit
The spot for serious conversations and drama.
Example: “Meet me by the fire pit—we need to talk.” - Grass is Greener
Thinking someone else might be a better option.
Example: “He’s looking at her like the grass is greener.” - Putting It On
Making your intentions clear.
Example: “I’m going to put it on her tonight and see what happens.” - Movin’ Mad
Acting irrationally or unpredictably.
Example: “He’s been movin’ mad since Casa Amor.” - Eyes On
Showing interest in someone new.
Example: “He’s got his eyes on the new bombshell.” - Test
A challenge to see how loyal someone is.
Example: “Casa Amor is the ultimate test of loyalty.” - Stirring the Pot
Creating drama or tension.
Example: “He’s stirring the pot, trying to get a reaction.” - Fuming
Extremely angry or upset.
Example: “She’s fuming he didn’t pick her.” - Third Wheel
A person unintentionally caught in a couple’s space.
Example: “I was sitting there like a total third wheel.” - Loyal
Staying true to your partner.
Example: “I’m loyal, babe—I wouldn’t do that to you.” - Vibing
Getting along or connecting well.
Example: “We’ve been vibing since the moment we met.” - Getting to Know
Talking and connecting with someone new.
Example: “We’re just getting to know each other right now.” - Spill the Tea
Sharing gossip or drama.
Example: “What happened in Casa Amor? Spill the tea!” - Player
Someone who flirts with everyone without committing.
Example: “He’s such a player—don’t trust him.” - Big D
A bold or confident move.
Example: “He walked in and went straight for her—big D energy!” - Friend Zone
When romantic interest isn’t reciprocated.
Example: “I thought we had a vibe, but I’m totally in the friend zone.”
Now you’re ready to dish out Love Island lingo like you’re living in the villa. We can’t wait to see lots of recouplings and stepping on toes!