Decoding Gen Z: From 'simp' to 'stan,' the lingo your kids are using that you need to know

Americans in New York City tried to decode the most popular Gen Z slang words. They guessed the meaning of slang words like 'living rent-free' and 'ghosting.'

Decoded: A lie or false statement."Somebody who's not particularly intelligent," Bill said.The slang for simp means you'll do anything for the person you have a crush on, not taking a sip of water."To stand up?" Hector said.

Decoded: A combination of a"stalker" and a"fan," used to describe an extreme fan, usually of a celebrity.‘Ghosting’ "I'm a teacher, so I get ghosted by some students, I send them a message, and they don’t return it." Paula said.Decoded: When someone starts ignoring another person or stops texting them back, typically in the early stages of a relationship.

Some Americans thought ghosting meant someone is stalking you. The slang for ghosting means someone stops all communication with you."Living rent-free means to live your life without fear," Yann said. To some"living rent-free" means crashing on your friends sofa, but the slang version means something is living rent-free in your head.

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