This tool generates random Gen Z terminology with meanings and examples of how to use them in a sentence. Filter these terms by trend or category. This is useful for writers or content creators looking to write authentic Gen Z dialogue naturally.
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Results are shown for the term, trend status, meaning, and an example sentence using the term in context. The category filter is useful for narrowing down results by domain, such as for social interaction, gaming, reactions, and appearance. The trend status filter is most relevant to writers. Filter by 'trending' or 'current' for the most up-to-date data, by Established terms for more recognized terms by a broader audience, and avoid 'fading' terms unless you purposefully write a character who is out of touch and wants to sound that way.
For a more comprehensive, searchable slang dictionary (including words that are fading and that have been retired), go to the Gen Z slang dictionary.
Too much slang in a character's dialogue is probably the biggest problem writers have with writing Gen Z terminology. Real people code-switch, so they don't use the same slang-filled vocabulary all the time, let alone use every piece of slang they know. This example, from a character trying to sound as Gen Z as possible, is so over the top that it immediately reads as parody rather than a real person. Restrict yourself to the two or three slang terms that feel most authentic to your character's voice, and use them as needed.
There's a whole slew of slang terms, and they generally correlate to age and demographics within Gen Z. While it's currently acceptable to use the term "yeet" in conversation (it means to throw something with great force, typically with the intent to destroy it), this term is likely to be obscure by 2025, and by 2027, it'll be a term that your dad uses to try to be funny. The trend status is current for contemporary fiction and screen dialogue; use 'trending' and 'current' for the most up-to-date terms. Established terms are also acceptable to use for fiction set in 2022–2023. Use 'fading' terms if your character is intentionally out-of-touch.
On the page, Gen Z slang can look incredibly out of place depending on the context. For it to read naturally, the slang term must match the character's age, background, and the social context in which they are speaking. We have included a few example sentences below in order to give you a sense of how naturally each of the slang terms above can be used in writing.
Slang typically appears in dialogue, but when used within third-person narration (whether limited or omniscient), it can read as the author trying too hard. First-person narrators have more freedom to use slang, but they should follow the same principles as above regarding selective use as opposed to saturation.
Primarily useful for writers trying to craft dialogue that sounds authentic to Gen Z. The dictionary lists terms in order of their most current definition, along with a description, context, and sample sentence. The trend filter is especially useful for avoiding slang that peaked two years ago and will immediately give the writer away as trying too hard.
As opposed to a slang dictionary where you look up a word you've heard to find out what it means, this generator does the opposite – it allows you to randomly discover new slang. Writers use this to find the perfect terms to use in their stories for characters of certain ages and of different types (also sorted by trend status).
Trending means gaining popularity. Still being used by a lot of people. Current means people still use it but past its viral stage. Established means it's been around for a while, and even older generations have heard of the term. Avoid using 'fading' terms since they're no longer used; using them may make you seem out of touch.
Use it, but only when appropriate and in a way that reflects how you'd like to depict the character. Ensure that you understand the context and meaning of the term before using it. Misusing it may cause the reader to lose interest in the story or article.
Nope. Every term listed is handpicked and assigned a category and status. Each term is given a meaning and an example sentence, so you know how to use it in your story.
Yes. You can copy individual terms by pressing the copy icon or a group of terms by clicking the heart icon and copying the whole list at once.