{"id":10758,"date":"2023-08-18T10:41:11","date_gmt":"2023-08-18T08:41:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sinonim.hr\/?p=10758"},"modified":"2023-08-18T10:41:17","modified_gmt":"2023-08-18T08:41:17","slug":"internet-slang-in-english","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sinonim.hr\/de\/internet-slang-in-english\/","title":{"rendered":"Internet slang - what is it?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Language is a phenomenon<\/a> that reflects various social and cultural changes and it progresses and adapts naturally over time. That is why it is no surprise that with the development of the Internet, our language is enriched with numerous newly coined words, phrases and abbreviations. Such words and phrases tend to spread very quickly and are used by many speakers. The users draw inspiration for the creation of new words from different sources, predominantly from pop culture. The development of the Internet has led to a rapid exchange of new words \u2013 a process that took years or even decades to occur in the past. The use can sometimes become so frequent that they even enter dictionaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Languages of the Internet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As you might have already assumed, English is the language that still takes the crown when it comes to prominence and impact regarding slang. Many Internet users from non-English speaking areas often adopt English phrases (which are sometimes non-translatable) and use them naturally in discourse. However, every language has its own set of slang words that native speakers invent on a daily basis. On the other hand, sometimes they translate English phrases into their native language. For example, LOL has its French counterpart MDR (mort de rire<\/em>), meaning \u201cdying of laughter\u201d. Another interesting example comes from the Thai language, where the digit 5 denotes the letter \u201ch\u201d. Therefore, 555 means \u201chahaha\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Internet is a source of many new words or ordinary words that have been attributed with new meanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The shortest instances of Internet slang are abbreviations and acronyms. They both shorten the words and phrases and enable a quicker exchange of opinions, thoughts and ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Internet slang - abbreviations <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

BTW \u2013 by the way<\/p>\n\n\n\n

cya \u2013 see you<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TBH \u2013 to be honest<\/p>\n\n\n\n

fam \u2013 family<\/p>\n\n\n\n

deets \u2013 details<\/p>\n\n\n\n

sus \u2013 suspicious<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Internet slang can also be the source of new words and phrases. They often stem from viral tweets, memes, famous TikToks, pop-culture references and other trends that spread instantly on the Internet. Some of them are well known, while others have gone through specific stylistic, semantic or spelling adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New words and phrases<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

periodt \u2013 used to denote \u201cend of conversation\u201d after delivering certain facts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

finna \u2013 an adapted version of \u201cgonna\u201d or \u201cgoing to\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

rizz \u2013 denoting a skill of attracting a potential partner; the word originates from \u201ccharisma\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

bop \u2013 used when describing a really good song<\/p>\n\n\n\n

slap (v.) \u2013 when something slaps, it is amazing and you can\u2019t get enough of it<\/p>\n\n\n\n

slay \u2013 to achieve outstanding success and make a powerful impression<\/p>\n\n\n\n

pressed \u2013 the state of being very angry, sad or upset<\/p>\n\n\n\n

cringe \u2013 the uncomfortable feeling triggered by awkward or embarrassing situations or content<\/p>\n\n\n\n

yassify \u2013 to make something substantially better, more glamorous<\/p>\n\n\n\n

the ick \u2013 used as an expression of disgust for someone or something<\/p>\n\n\n\n

nepo baby \u2013 someone who attains success in the entertainment industry mainly because of their family connections, often associated with nepotism<\/p>\n\n\n\n

bombastic side eye \u2013 a judgmental, disapproving look<\/p>\n\n\n\n

menty b \u2013 short for \u201cmental breakdown\u201c<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s giving (sth.) \u2013 another way to point out the general vibe of something<\/p>\n\n\n\n

hits different \u2013 used to denote that something is better than the usual<\/p>\n\n\n\n

live rent-free \u2013 to live rent-free in one\u2019s mind means that they can\u2019t get something out of their mind<\/p>\n\n\n\n

low-key \u2013 to keep something discreet, low-profile, or understated without drawing much attention or making it widely known<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more about it here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It's not all about word-play<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Internet slang is not all just about the textual format. Internet users often use a number of emojis and symbols that successfully replace certain words and convey their intended message. Ever since the emergence of social media, the visual aspect of communication has become more and more important. Various types of social media enable their users to create visual (as well as video and audio) content and memes, which later become widely known and used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Internet slang is a regular part of our everyday lives. Hearing certain words and phrases online can often be entertaining, humorous and fun. Most of them are temporary trends in language and just like any other trend in fashion, music or technology \u2013 they come and go. However, some of them become so deeply embedded in our language that they become a part of dictionaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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