Not sure what the words your teen throws around all the time really mean?

Luckily, the folks at “Parents” magazine are here to help with a guide to understanding popular teen sayings.

Example - “That kid has some serious drip!”

Example - “Ooo, that game is pog!”

Example - “I got an A, no cap!”

“Sheesh”: Definition - This term has been around for a long time, but in modern slang it’s an expression for being excited or amazed by something

Example - “Sheesh! My bestie just made the game-winning shot!”

“Vibe check”: Definition - To assess someone or something’s energy or personality

Example - “The comment section passes the vibe check.”

“Hits different”: Definition - When something is surprising or unique in a good way

Example - “The new season of “Euphoria” hits different.

“Slaps”: Definition - Describes something excellent or amazing, often used with music.

Example - “This song slaps!”

“Lives rent-free”: Definition - Refers to something you can’t stop thinking about

Example - “Our fight has lived rent-free in my head for days”

Kat Jackson