English is constantly changing, whether it is evolving or
degenerating is up for debate. Here are some new words that have come
about by grace of the internet and the modern age as well as fusing with other
languages. Maybe you have come across some of these words yourself in every day English. Remember the following vocabulary is used in casual spoken English mainly.
Noob (n)- Slang for newbie: someone who is inexperienced and
new to doing something; ex: Quit being such a noob.
Hang out (v) or (n)- 1)To get together with a group to socialize usually in a carefree way. 2) A place in which to spend free time
i.e. a café or bar. ex:1 Do you and Billy want to hang out later? ex: 2 The
Hive is a pretty cool hang out.
Do-over (n) 1) A chance to try doing something again having
failed the first time: I think is apple pie could use a do-over.
Rendezvous (n) (v) 1) To escape from somewhere. 2) To meet
somewhere (Original French meaning) ex: I can't stand this movie, let's make a
rendezvous.
Selfie (n) 1) A self taken picture of oneself.
La-la land (n) 1) Fanciful or unrealistic dreamland. ex:
He's always in la-la land so he never listens to what the teacher is saying in
class.
Popo (n) 1) Humorous slang for the police.
Bling (n) 1) Accessories such as rings or chains that are
usually gaudy or shiny. Also any jewelry.
'Sup (slang phrase) 1) Shortening of "what's up"
(how are you or what's going on?)
DIY (abbreviation) 1) Abbreviation of do-it-yourself. Pronounce the letters individually.
Ginormous (US adjective) 1) A combination of gigantic and
enormous; meaning very large.
Dive (n) 1) A rundown diner or restaurant especially on the
road.
Downer (n) 1) A situation or a person that is ruining the mood.
Uber (adj) 1) Truly amazing or super
Loudmouth (n) 1) Someone who talks an excessive amount.
Old school (adj) 1) Something regarded as classic or
definitive.
Bestie (n) 1) Best friend
Jazzy (adj) 1) Interesting and unusual.
Frenemy (n) 1) A person with whom you share a mutual
animosity but pretend to like each other.
Digs (n) 1) The place where you live
Wannabe (n) 1) Some that claims and tries to be something
that they are not.
Bromance (n) 1) A platonic, very close and amiable
relationship between two male friends.
Bucket list (n) 1) A list of things you want to accomplish
or experience before you die.
Hipster (n) (adj) 1) A subculture of modern society who
appreciate obscure and unusual things often for superficial reasons.
Broke (adj) 1) Being out of money.
