58 World Slang Terms

Part of the beauty of our world is the unique and wonderful differences of each country and culture. And one of these quirks is the slang terms popularized by the locals in different languages.

Slang adds flavor to language – making it playful and expressive, and even capturing the essence of a culture or community. But how do you know your buzzin from your bussin?

The language lovers at SlangHub have got you covered! Here’s a list of popular slang terms from around the globe to help you keep up with the coolest lingo.

SlangHub’s Favourite Global Slang Terms

Let’s kick off with some SlangHub favs! Here are our 10 world slang terms handpicked by our team to started:

Cheugy (US) – Something that’s outdated or trying too hard to be trendy.

Example: “That whole outfit? Totally cheugy.”
Peng (UK) – Used to describe someone or something extremely attractive.

Example: “That guy is peng, I can’t stop staring.”
Woke (US/Global) – Being socially aware, especially about issues like racism or inequality.

Example: “She’s so woke, always speaking up for human rights.”
Dodgy (Australia/UK) – Suspicious or questionable in character or safety.

Example: “That guy trying to sell a phone on the street seems dodgy.”
Gassed (UK) – Super excited or hyped about something.

Example: “I’m so gassed for the concert tonight!”
Kawaii (Japan) – Describes something that is super cute or adorable.

Example: “Those baby pandas are so kawaii!”
Extra (US) – Someone who is being over-the-top or doing too much.

Example: “Why did she bring five bags to a weekend trip? So extra!”
Fam (US/UK) – Short for family, but can refer to close friends.

Example: “What’s good, fam? Long time no see!”
Munted (New Zealand) – Totally wrecked, either physically or mentally exhausted.

Example: “After that 12-hour shift, I am absolutely munted.”
Hundo P (Australia/Canada) – Means 100%, for sure, or without a doubt.

Example: “Are we going to the party tonight? Hundo P!”

48 Additional World Slang Terms

If 10 simply isn’t enough to satisfy your need for world slang – here are 48 more popular slang terms you’ll find around the world, from Australia to the US:

1. Bae (US) – A term of endearment for your significant other.
  
  Example: “I can’t wait to see my bae later.”
2. Lit (US) – Something that’s really cool or exciting.
  
  Example: “This party is lit!”
3. Bruv (UK) – Short for brother, used to refer to a friend.
  
  Example: “What’s up, bruv?”
4. Heaps (Australia) – A lot of something.
  
  Example: “I’ve got heaps of homework to do.”
5. Jawn (Philadelphia, US) – Can refer to anything, a person, place, or thing.
  
  Example: “Pass me that jawn real quick.”
6. Slay (Global) – To do something exceptionally well.
  
  Example: “You slayed that performance!”
7. Salty (US) – Feeling bitter or upset.
  
  Example: “Why are you so salty about losing the game?”
8. Peak (UK) – Describes a bad or unfortunate situation.
  
  Example: “That’s peak, your phone broke just before the trip.”
9. Totes (US/UK) – Short for totally.
  
  Example: “I’m totes going to that concert next week.”
10. Jokes (UK) – Something that’s funny or humorous.
  
  Example: “That comedian was pure jokes!”
11. Naff (UK) – Something that’s uncool or unfashionable.
  
  Example: “That jacket is naff, mate.”
12. Flex (US) – To show off something, especially in a bragging way.
  
  Example: “Look at him flexing with his new car.”
13. Gutted (UK) – Extremely disappointed.
  
  Example: “I was gutted when my team lost.”
14. Yeet (US/Global) – To throw something with force, or an exclamation of excitement.
  
  Example: “He yeeted the ball across the field!”
15. Arvo (Australia) – Short for afternoon.
  
  Example: “Let’s grab a drink this arvo.”
16. Low-key (US) – Something that is quietly or subtly done.
  
  Example: “I’m low-key excited about the concert tomorrow.”
17. Goat (Global) – Acronym for ‘Greatest of All Time.’
  
  Example: “That player is the GOAT, no doubt!”
18. Dank (US) – Describes something high quality, usually related to memes or weed.
  
  Example: “That meme was dank!”
19. On fleek (US) – Perfectly styled or flawless.
  
  Example: “Her makeup is on fleek today.”
20. Chur (New Zealand) – A way of saying thanks or cool.
  
  Example: “Chur, bro, I appreciate that!”
21. No worries (Australia) – Used to say it’s not a problem.
  
  Example: “Thanks for the help! No worries.”
22. Shook (US) – Shocked or surprised.
  
  Example: “I was shook when I heard the news.”
23. Sick (UK/US) – Describes something that’s really cool or awesome.
  
  Example: “That skate trick was sick!”
24. Fomo (Global) – Fear of missing out.
  
  Example: “I’ve got FOMO from missing the party last night.”
25. Cuppa (UK) – A cup of tea.
  
  Example: “Fancy a cuppa?”
26. Aces (UK) – Excellent or really good.
  
  Example: “That movie was aces!”
27. Bogan (Australia) – A person who’s uncultured or unsophisticated.
  
  Example: “He’s such a bogan, never seen him without a beer.”
28. Gobby (UK) – Someone who talks too much or too loudly.
  
  Example: “She’s a bit gobby after a few drinks.”
29. Wassup (US) – Informal greeting meaning “What’s up?”
  
  Example: “Wassup, dude?”
30. Chuffed (UK) – Very pleased or happy.
  
  Example: “I’m so chuffed with how my project turned out!”
31. Gobsmacked (UK) – Completely shocked or astonished.
  Example: “I was gobsmacked when I won the lottery!”
32. Ghosted (US/Global) – When someone suddenly cuts off all communication without explanation.
  Example: “We were texting every day, then she ghosted me.”
33. Savage (US/Global) – Describes someone who is brutally honest or unapologetically bold.
  Example: “Her comeback was savage!”
34. Buzzin’ (UK) – Super excited or happy.
  Example: “I’m buzzin’ for the weekend!”
35. Deadass (US) – Used to emphasize seriousness or truth.
  Example: “I’m deadass not joking about that.”
36. Spill the tea (US/Global) – To share gossip or information.
  Example: “Come on, spill the tea! What happened at the party?”
37. Knackered (UK) – Completely exhausted.
  Example: “I’m knackered after that long run.”
38. Legit (US/Global) – Short for legitimate, meaning real or genuine.
  Example: “That deal was legit, I got a great price.”
39. Flexitarian (Global) – A person who mostly eats plant-based but occasionally includes meat.
  Example: “I’m not vegetarian, I’m more of a flexitarian.”
40. Whip (US) – A slang term for a car.
  Example: “Check out my new whip, isn’t it sweet?”
41. Aggro (UK/Australia) – Short for aggressive, used to describe a person or situation that’s tense or angry.
  Example: “The guy at the bar got aggro for no reason.”
42. Throw shade (US/Global) – To subtly insult or criticize someone.
  Example: “She threw some major shade when she said my dress was ‘interesting’.”
43. Bare (UK) – A lot of something, often used to emphasize quantity.
  Example: “There were bare people at the festival.”
44. Chillax (US/UK) – A combination of chill and relax, meaning to calm down.
  Example: “Just chillax, everything’s going to be fine.”
45. Cray (US) – Short for crazy, used to describe something wild or intense.
  Example: “The concert last night was cray!”
46. Thirsty (US) – Desperate for attention, often used to describe someone seeking validation.
  Example: “She’s posting so many selfies, she’s mad thirsty.”
47. Sorted (UK) – Something that has been resolved or organized.
  Example: “Don’t worry, it’s all sorted now.”
48. Bussin’ (US) – Used to describe food that tastes really good.
  Example: “That burger was bussin’, I need to get another one.”

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