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Do You Have Aura—or Are You Mid? A Gen-Z Slang Dictionary.

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 927 implied HN points • 18 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Youth culture Slang Literature Social Issues Language
  1. Gen Z is often thought to lack ambition and social skills, but many young people want to challenge those stereotypes. They feel connected to past generations and want to fight for causes they believe in.
  2. A recent essay contest revealed that Gen Z has unique perspectives on communication, especially through their slang. Young people believe these terms help unite them across different backgrounds.
  3. Understanding Gen Z slang can be tricky for older generations, but it's an important part of their identity. Words like 'rizz' and 'slay' are not just casual language; they reflect the culture and experiences of young people today.

He So Horny

Mister Slang • 196 implied HN points • 31 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Language History Literature Anatomy Slang
  1. Cuckoldry in history is related to natural history and terms like 'horny' stem from old German farming practices.
  2. The concept of 'wearing horns' generated a vocabulary around cuckoldry and male infidelity.
  3. Slang terms for male reproductive organs and impotence reveal societal attitudes about virility and masculinity.

Unwritten Books

Mister Slang • 78 implied HN points • 06 Jun 23
📚 Literature Slang Vocabulary Philosophy
  1. Slang provides a unique perspective on language, often delving into taboo subjects and incorporating dirty words.
  2. The word 'shit' holds a significant place in slang, with approximately 650 slang terms related to defecation in English.
  3. The slang term 'shit' is versatile, appearing in a wide range of phrases and expressions, both literal and figurative.

Unwritten Books #3

Mister Slang • 78 implied HN points • 27 Jul 23
📚 Literature Slang Animals Imagery Symbolism
  1. Language, especially slang, often uses animal imagery to enrich its vocabulary.
  2. Slang's menagerie of animal-related terms is deep and varied, encompassing both positive and negative connotations.
  3. Exploring animal imagery in slang can provide rich material for a book, drawing parallels to medieval Bestiaries and offering insights into cultural perceptions.
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Heroes of Slang: Billy Rowe

Mister Slang • 78 implied HN points • 30 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture History Language Music Slang Race
  1. Billy Rowe was an African-American columnist in the mid-1900s known for his showbiz focus and advocacy against racism.
  2. Rowe coined numerous slang terms in his columns, some of which predated similar terms by his peers.
  3. Rowe's slang terms reflected the world of big bands, clubs, and societal issues of his time, showcasing his unique contribution to language.