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356 entries

• a minute

  uh min-itphrase

  A significant amount of time, usually implying a long duration.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• A1

  ey-wuhnadjective

  The best; excellent.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• albur

  ahl-boornoun

  A clever joke that has two meanings, often rude.

  Spanish & Chicano⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• all up in my biznezz

  awl up in my biz-nezzphrase

  Intrusively involved in someone's personal matters or business.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• amped

  amptadjective

  Excited or energized, often used to express enthusiasm.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• amped up

  ampt uhpadjective, phrase

  Energetic, excited, or highly motivated.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• avo

  ah-vohnoun, abbreviation

  Short for avocado.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• bae

  baynoun, abbreviation

  "Bae" is a slang term that stands for "Before Anyone Else". It's often used as a term of endearment to describe someone who is important to you, such as a romantic partner, close friend, or family member. It's commonly used in text messages and social media posts to show affection.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• bail

  beylverb

  To leave suddenly, or to cancel.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• Baja

  bah-hahadjective, abbreviation

  The part of Mexico just south of California; also a trip there.

  SlangSoCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• baller

  baw-lernoun, adjective

  Someone who is successful, often with a sense of swagger.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• banger

  bang-ernoun, adjective

  A great party or event.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• bara

  bah-rahadjective

  Very or really; used for emphasis.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• barney

  bahr-neenoun, adjective

  An inexperienced or unskilled person, often used to describe someone new to a particular activity or environment.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• barrio

  BAH-rree-ohnoun

  A neighborhood.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• bay area blessing

  bey eh-ree-uh bles-ingnoun, phrase

  A traffic-free commute.

  SlangNorCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• beachin

  beech-inverb, adjective

  Enjoying the beach or coastal lifestyle.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Beamer

  bee-mernoun, abbreviation

  Short for a BMW, another luxury car brand.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Benz

  noun, abbreviation

  Short for a Mercedes-Benz, a luxury car brand.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Berkeley

  burk-leeadjective

  A city near Oakland; also means very left-wing or alternative.

  SlangNorCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• bet

  verb, noun

  Yes; okay; I agree.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• beta

  bey-tuhnoun, adjective

  An early test version of a product.

  Silicon ValleyNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• big face

  big feysnoun, adjective

  Slang for a large denomination of currency, typically referring to a hundred-dollar bill.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• bip

  bɪpverb

  To move fast; or to hit someone.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• bird

  noun

  A large amount of an illegal drug.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• bless up

  bles upverb, phrase

  An expression of well-wishing or encouragement, often used to convey positive vibes.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• blessed

  blestadjective, verb

  Feeling fortunate, grateful, or favored by positive circumstances.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• blessings

  bles-ingznoun

  Expressions of gratitude or good wishes, often used to acknowledge positive events or outcomes.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Boba

  boh-bahnoun, abbreviation

  A sweet tea drink with little chewy balls in it.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• bomb

  bahmadjective, noun

  Very good, especially food.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• bombita

  bahm-bee-tuhnoun

  Small, awesome thing.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• boujee

  boo-zheeadjective

  Posh, luxurious, or characterized by a high-end and sophisticated lifestyle.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• brazy

  brey-zeeadjective

  Crazy, wild, or extreme, often used to describe intense or outlandish behavior.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• bread

  brednoun

  Slang for money or income. The new job pays well; I'm finally making some decent bread. Saving up that bread for a dream vacation. She hustles hard to bring in that bread for her family.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• brewskis

  broo-skeesnoun

  Beers or alcoholic beverages, often used in a casual and colloquial manner.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• bro

  noun, interjection

  A word for a male friend.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• broccoli

  brok-uh-leenoun

  Marijuana.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• brogrammer

  broh-gram-ernoun, abbreviation

  A programmer who acts like a frat boy.

  Silicon ValleyNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• buena onda

  bweh-nah on-dahnoun, phrase

  Good vibes (Spanish influence).

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• bum

  buhmnoun, verb

  To ask someone for something small.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• busted

  bus-tidadjective, verb

  Ugly or unattractive.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• butthurt

  buht-hurtadjective

  Being extremely upset for no reason.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• C-Note

  see-nohtnoun

  A one hundred dollar bill.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cabbage

  ka-bijnoun

  Money, cash, or currency.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cabron

  kah-bronnoun, adjective

  A term with various meanings, including friend, fool, or jerk.

  Spanish & Chicano⚠Vulgar●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• caked up

  keykt uhpadjective

  Having a lot of money or wealth, often used to describe financial success.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Cali

  kal-eenoun, abbreviation

  A short name for California.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• Cali Love

  kal-ee luhvnoun, phrase

  A term expressing love and pride for California.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Cali Roll

  kal-ee rohlnoun

  A sushi roll invented in California, typically containing avocado.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• camarada

  kah-mah-rah-dahnoun

  Comrade or close friend.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• came up

  keym uhpverb

  To achieve success or improvement, often in a financial or social context.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• camote

  kah-moh-tehnoun

  Sweet potato or candy.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• carnal

  kar-NAHLnoun

  A very close friend, like a brother.

  Spanish & ChicanoSoCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Carne Asada Fries

  kar-ney ah-sah-duh frahyznoun, phrase

  Fries with grilled beef, cheese, and guacamole.

  SlangSoCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• cattin’ off

  kat-in offverb, phrase

  Wasting time or flirting around.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• chapín

  chah-peennoun

  A person from Guatemala.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• charro

  CHAH-rrohnoun

  A traditional Mexican cowboy.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• chavo

  chah-vohnoun

  A guy or young man.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cheddar

  ched-ernoun, adjective

  Money or wealth.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cheese

  cheeznoun

  Slang for money, often used to refer to a substantial amount.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• chiflado

  chee-FLAH-dohadjective

  Spoiled; or a little crazy.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• chill spot

  chil spotnoun, phrase

  A relaxed or comfortable location where one can unwind or hang out.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• chillax

  chil-laksverb

  Combining "chill" and "relax," meaning to calm down or take it easy.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• chingada

  cheen-GAH-dahnoun, verb

  A strong Spanish swear word.

  Spanish & Chicano⚠Vulgar●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• chingón

  cheen-gohnadjective, noun

  Really good or impressive. Strong language.

  Spanish & Chicano⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• chirp

  churpverb, noun

  To flirt or hit on someone, often used in the context of romantic interest.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• chisme

  CHEES-mehnoun

  Gossip.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• chismeadera

  chees-meh-ah-deh-rahnoun

  A person who spreads gossip or rumors.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cholo

  cho-lohnoun

  A young urban Mexican-American, often associated with a street gang.

  Spanish & Chicano⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• chula

  choo-lahnoun, adjective

  Beautiful, attractive (Spanish influence).

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• clout

  kloutnoun, verb

  Influence, prestige, or recognition, often in the context of social media.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• colonia

  koh-LOH-nee-ahnoun

  A neighborhood.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• come up

  kuhm uhpverb, phrase

  To become more successful; or a lucky win.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• compa

  kohm-pahnoun

  A close friend.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cray

  kreyadjective

  An abbreviation of "crazy," often used to describe something wild or unbelievable.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• cream

  kreemnoun, verb

  Money.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• crib

  kribnoun

  Slang for a house or residence.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• cruise

  kroozverb, noun

  To drive slowly for fun.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cruisin

  kroo-zinverb, phrase

  Driving or riding around, often without a specific destination, and enjoying the journey. It can also refer to a relaxed and easygoing attitude.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cruisy

  kroo-seeadjective

  Relaxed or easygoing, often used to describe a casual and enjoyable situation.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cuate

  kwah-tehnoun

  Close friend or buddy.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cuffin

  kuhf-inverb, adjective

  Being in a romantic relationship, often characterized by public displays of affection.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cul-de-sac safari

  kuhl-dee-sak sah-far-eenoun, phrase

  Driving around suburban neighborhoods.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• curtains

  kur-tinznoun

  Refers to the end or conclusion of something, often implying a negative outcome. Something is over or finished.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• curve

  kurvnoun, verb

  To reject or ignore someone romantically, often used in the context of dating.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• cuzz

  kuznoun

  Slang for cousin; often used as a term of familiarity or camaraderie.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• cuzzo

  kuz-ohnoun

  A term of endearment for cousin, similar to "cuzz.".

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• dank

  dangkadjective, noun

  High-quality or potent, often used to describe good marijuana.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• dankrupt

  dangk-ruptadjective

  Having no marijuana or being without a supply of cannabis.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• darty

  dahr-teeadjective

  Day party, an outdoor gathering or celebration held during the daytime.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• deuces

  doo-siznoun, phrase

  A casual way to say goodbye.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• dime

  dahymnoun

  A perfect ten, often used to describe an attractive person.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• dip

  verb, noun

  To leave a place.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• dogfooding

  dawg-foo-dingnoun, verb

  Using the product your own company makes.

  Silicon ValleyNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• dope

  dohpadjective, noun, verb

  Very good.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• dope af

  dohp ey-effadjective, adverb

  Extremely cool, impressive, or awesome.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• down

  dounadverb, preposition

  Willing; I want to do that.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• drag

  noun, verb

  Something boring or annoying.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• dubs

  duhbznoun

  20-inch rims on a car, often associated with a stylish and flashy appearance.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• dubsy

  duhb-zeeadjective

  Twenty dollars of something.

  Slang⚠Strong●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• dude

  doodnoun

  A friendly word for a person; also a pause word.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• East Bay

  eest beynoun

  The area east of San Francisco Bay.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• elevate

  el-uh-veytverb

  To lift or raise, often used in a metaphorical sense to refer to improving one's state of mind.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Elote

  el-oh-teynoun

  Corn on the cob with Mexican-style toppings.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• ese

  eh-saynoun

  A word for a male friend, used in some Latino communities.

  Spanish & Chicano⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• extra

  ek-struhadjective

  Over-the-top, dramatic, or excessive in behavior.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• faded

  fey-didadjective

  Intoxicated, often from consuming alcohol or drugs.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• fam

  noun, abbreviation

  Close friends, or a friendly way to say “you.”

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• fasheezy

  fa-shee-zeeadjective

  Yes, definitely — said in a joking way.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• fasho

  fa-shoadverb

  Yes, definitely.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• feelin myself

  feelin mah-selfphrase

  To have a strong sense of self-confidence and positive feelings about oneself.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• fftb

  Faithful to the Bay

  Faithful to the Bay.

  SlangNorCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• finesse

  fuh-nessnoun, verb

  To handle or achieve something with skill, style, or cleverness.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• finna

  fin-nuhverb

  A contraction of "fixing to," meaning preparing or planning to do something.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• firme

  FEER-mehadjective

  Very good; or loyal and reliable.

  Spanish & ChicanoSoCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• fleek

  adjective

  Perfect, flawless, or on point, often used to describe well-groomed or stylish appearance.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• flex

  fleksverb, noun

  To show off or boast, often used to display one's achievements or possessions.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• flexin

  fleks-inverb, adjective

  Showing off or flaunting one's possessions, skills, or achievements. It often involves demonstrating confidence or success in a noticeable way.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• FOMO

  foh-mohnoun, abbreviation

  Worry that you are missing something fun.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• for real

  for reylphrase

  Seriously; truly.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• for sure

  for shoorphrase

  Yes, definitely.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• for the f

  for the efphrase

  Without paying.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• for the low

  for the lohphrase

  For a low price.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• fresa

  freh-sahnoun

  Someone who acts rich or snobby.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• fresh kicks

  adjective, noun

  Stylish sneakers.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• frisco

  fris-kohnoun

  A colloquial term for San Francisco, California.

  SlangNorCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• fro-yo

  froh-yohnoun

  Frozen yogurt.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• funky fresh

  fuhn-kee freshadjective, adverb

  Stylish, cool, or unique in a fresh and innovative way.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• G

  jeenoun, abbreviation

  A friendly word for a person, like “man.”

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• G.O.A.T.

  jee-oh-ey-teenoun, abbreviation

  Greatest Of All Time, used to describe someone or something as the best in their category.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• gassed

  gastadjective, verb

  Very tired; or feeling too proud.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• gassed up

  gast uhpadjective, phrase

  Feeling excited, motivated, or hyped up.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• ghost

  gohstnoun, verb

  To leave or stop talking to someone without explaining.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• ghost-ride

  gohst-rydverb, noun

  To dance next to a car that is still rolling.

  SlangNorCal●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• gig

  noun, verb

  A job or performance, often in the entertainment industry.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• giggin

  gig-inverb

  Having a good time or enjoying oneself, often in a lively and energetic manner. It can also refer to attending or participating in a party or event.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• ginja

  jin-juhnoun

  Someone from San Francisco.

  SlangNorCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• glo up

  gloh uhpverb, phrase

  To undergo a positive transformation, both in appearance and lifestyle.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• gnar

  naradjective

  Extreme — very good or very bad.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• gnarly

  nar-leeadjective

  Extreme; can mean very good or very bad.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• go toes

  goh tohzverb, phrase

  To fight.

  Slang⚠Strong●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• gone

  gawnadjective, verb

  Intoxicated or extremely high.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• good looks

  phrase

  Thank you.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• gorra

  GOH-rrahnoun

  A hat; also means getting things for free.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• got fired on

  gaht fayrd onphrase, verb

  Got hit by someone.

  Slang⚠Strong●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• got me bent

  gaht mee bentphrase

  You are wrong about me.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• grapes

  graypsnoun

  Referring to a specific strain of marijuana, usually purple in color.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• grip

  noun, verb

  A lot, or a long while.

  SlangNorCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• grom

  noun

  A young surfer or skateboarder.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• grommet

  grom-itnoun

  A young and inexperienced surfer, skater, or sports enthusiast.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• grommie

  grom-eenoun

  Young surfer or skateboarder.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• guap

  gwahpnoun

  Money.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• gucci

  goo-cheeadjective

  Good; everything is fine.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• güero

  gweh-rohnoun

  Light-skinned person or blonde; used informally.

  Spanish & Chicano⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• gully

  guhl-eeadjective, noun

  Tough, rugged, or intimidating, often used to describe a person or a situation.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• gyatt

  Nounnoun

  Gyatt is most commonly used as an exclamation in reaction to seeing a large butt (that is, the buttocks) and may be used as a noun to mean a large butt. The slang gyatt is an exclamation used to express excitement or shock, especially in reaction to seeing large buttocks or a voluptuous woman.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• haterade

  hayt-raidnoun

  Negative attitudes or criticism directed towards someone, often fueled by jealousy.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• heavy

  hev-eeadjective

  Very serious or intense.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• hecka

  hek-ahadverb

  Very — a polite way to say “hella”.

  SlangNorCal●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• heem

  noun

  To knock someone unconscious.

  Slang⚠Strong●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• hella

  hel-ahadverb

  Very, or a large amount.

  SlangNorCal●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• hella tight

  hel-ah tytadverb, adjective

  Very cool or awesome.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Henny

  hen-eenoun, abbreviation

  Short for Hennessy, a brand of cognac often associated with celebration.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• hike and hops

  hahyk and hahpsnoun, phrase

  A day of hiking followed by beer tasting.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• homie

  hoh-meenoun

  A good friend.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• hood

  huhdnoun

  Short for neighborhood, often used to describe a specific community or area.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• hundo

  huhn-dohnoun, abbreviation

  Short for hundred, meaning 100% or completely sure.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• hundo p

  huhn-doh peenoun, abbreviation

  Totally; 100%.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• hustle

  huh-suhlnoun, verb

  To work hard, often in the pursuit of success or financial gain.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• hyphy

  hy-feeadjective, noun

  Very excited and wild, especially while dancing.

  SlangNorCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• ice

  ahysnoun

  Slang for jewelry, especially diamonds or other precious stones.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• im dead

  ahy-m dedphrase

  Used to express extreme amusement or surprise. It's a slang term often used in response to something funny or shocking. Similar expressions include "I'm dying" or "I'm dead serious.".

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• In-N-Out’ed

  in-n-out-edverb, phrase

  To have eaten at In-N-Out Burger.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• jaina

  HY-nahnoun

  A girlfriend.

  Spanish & ChicanoSoCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• janky

  jang-keeadjective

  Low-quality or unreliable.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• jawn

  noun

  A versatile slang term used to refer to a person, place, thing, or event.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• jawsin

  verb

  Talking a lot, often bragging.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• jefa

  heh-fahnoun

  Boss or female leader.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• jelly

  jel-eenoun, adjective

  Jealous, envious, or upset about someone else's success or good fortune.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• jiggy

  jig-eeadjective

  Stylish, fashionable, or attractive in appearance.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• joog

  noun, verb

  To steal from someone.

  Slang⚠Strong●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• joogin

  joog-inverb

  Getting a good deal or hookup.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• jug

  juhgnoun, verb

  To trick someone out of money.

  Slang⚠Strong●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• juiced

  joostadjective

  Very excited.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• kicks

  kiksnoun

  Refers to sneakers or shoes.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• kicks on fire

  kiks on fayrnoun, phrase

  Trendy and stylish shoes.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• kook

  noun

  A bad or annoying surfer.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• kush

  noun

  High-quality marijuana.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Left Coast

  left kohstnoun, phrase

  A nickname for the western coast of the United States, particularly California.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• legit

  luh-jitadjective, adverb

  Real, not fake.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• lifted

  lift-edadjective

  Intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• like

  lahykpreposition, conjunction

  A filler word used while speaking.

  SlangSoCal●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• lit

  adjective

  Very fun; or drunk or high.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• lit af

  lit ey-effadjective, adverb

  Extremely lit or on fire, used to emphasize that something is exciting or impressive.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• litty

  lit-eeadjective

  Exciting, lively, or enjoyable, often used to describe a positive and upbeat atmosphere.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• litty committee

  lit-ee kuh-mit-eeadjective, noun

  A group or situation that is extremely exciting, lively, or enjoyable.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• litty kitty

  lit-ee kit-eeadjective, noun

  A very lively and exciting situation.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• lituation

  lit-yoo-ey-shunnoun

  A situation or event that is lit or highly enjoyable, often used to describe a party or celebration.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• locs

  loksnoun

  Sunglasses.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• lowkey

  loh-keeadjective, adverb

  Secretive or discreet, often used to describe something done in a subtle manner.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• lurk

  verb, noun

  To observe or stalk someone online without actively engaging with them.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Mac Dre

  mak draynoun

  A famous rapper from Vallejo, California.

  SlangNorCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• mad

  adjective

  Angry or upset, often used to express frustration or annoyance.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• madrina

  mah-dree-nahnoun

  Godmother or female godparent.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• mellow

  meh-lohadjective, verb

  Calm, relaxed, or laid-back in demeanor.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• mija

  MEE-hahnoun

  An affectionate word for a girl or woman.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• mijo

  MEE-hohnoun

  An affectionate word for a boy or man.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• mo fo

  moh fonoun, abbreviation

  Slang for a highly offensive term; a way to express frustration or disbelief.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• mob

  mawbverb, noun

  To drive somewhere, usually with friends.

  SlangNorCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• ñero

  nyeh-rohnoun

  A dark-skinned person or friend.

  Spanish & Chicano⚠Vulgar●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• no cap

  no kapphrase

  I am telling the truth.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• no chill

  no chilphrase

  Lacking composure or restraint, often used to describe someone who is overly excited or emotional.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• no yeah

  no yehphrase

  A way of saying yes.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• NoHo

  noh-honoun

  North Hollywood, in Los Angeles.

  PlacesSoCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• NorCal

  nor-kalnoun

  The northern part of California.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• norcal nectar

  nor-kal nek-ternoun

  Quality Northern California wine.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• ocean brews

  oh-shun brooznoun

  Beers enjoyed by the ocean.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• off the grid

  awf thuh gridphrase

  Disconnected from the digital world or mainstream society.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• OG

  oh-geenoun, abbreviation

  Short for "Original Gangster," used to refer to someone with experience and respect.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• Old Sac

  ohld saknoun

  The historic old district of Sacramento.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• on another level

  on uh-nuh-thur lev-uhlphrase

  Indicates something exceptional, extraordinary, or surpassing expectations.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• on citas

  on see-tahsphrase

  Slang for being on time or as promised; honoring a commitment or appointment.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• on fleek

  adjective

  Perfect or flawless in appearance.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• on point

  adjective, phrase

  Excellent, well-executed, or accurate.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• out the way

  owt thuh wayphrase

  Behaving badly or rudely.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• outta pocket

  out-uh pok-itphrase

  Acting or speaking in a way that is not acceptable.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• P.O.

  pee-ohnoun, abbreviation

  Parole officer, a person responsible for supervising individuals released from prison.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• pachuco

  pah-CHOO-kohnoun

  A Mexican-American man of the 1940s zoot suit culture.

  Spanish & ChicanoSoCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• paisa

  pahy-sahnoun

  A word for a Mexican person, sometimes warm and sometimes mocking.

  Spanish & Chicano⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• palm tree paradise

  pahm tree par-uh-dahysnoun

  A beautiful coastal area.

  PlacesSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• PCH

  pee-see-eychnoun, abbreviation

  The highway along California’s coast.

  SlangSoCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• phubbing

  fuhb-ingverb

  Ignoring a person because you are looking at your phone.

  Silicon Valley●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Placer

  plah-sernoun

  A county near Sacramento; also a type of gold deposit.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• playa hater

  ply-uh hay-ternoun

  A person who is jealous of someone else’s success.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• plug

  pluhgnoun, verb

  A source for obtaining something, often used for a drug dealer or supplier.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• poppin

  pop-inadjective, verb

  Being active, lively, or popular. It can refer to a happening or exciting event, as well as someone who is fashionable or attractive.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• post up

  pohst upverb, phrase

  To stand around without doing much.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• put on blast

  verb, phrase

  To embarrass someone in public or reveal something about them.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• quake vibes

  kweyk vahybznoun

  A feeling or atmosphere reminiscent of an earthquake, often used to describe a tense or unsettling situation.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• quasar

  kwey-sarnoun

  A visually appealing woman who exudes an exceptional feminine charm.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• quirked out

  kwurkt outverb, adjective

  In a peculiar or eccentric state, often used to describe someone who is behaving oddly or unusually.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• rad

  adjective

  Very good.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• ratchet

  rach-itadjective, noun

  Loud, obnoxious, or low-class, often used to describe inappropriate or uncultured behavior.

  Slang⚠Strong●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• ride or die

  ryd or dyphrase

  Someone who is loyal and committed, willing to face any challenge together.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• rig

  noun

  A setup or equipment, often used in the context of drug use or electronic devices.

  PlacesSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• ripper

  rip-ernoun

  Excellent surfer or skateboarder.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• rizz

  rɪznoun

  Rizz is a colloquial word, defined as style, charm, or attractiveness; the ability to attract a romantic or sexual partner.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• rock

  roknoun, verb

  To wear clothes with style.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• ruco

  roo-kohnoun

  Old man or old person.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Sacramento

  sak-ruh-men-tohnoun

  California’s capital city.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• salty

  sawl-teeadjective

  Bitter, resentful, or upset, often due to a perceived slight or injustice.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• san diego sling

  san dee-ey-goh slingnoun

  A refreshing cocktail popular in San Diego.

  PlacesSoCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• San Jose

  san ho-zaynoun

  A large city south of San Francisco.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• santa ana smooth

  san-tuh an-uh smoothnoun

  A warm and pleasant day.

  PlacesSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• saucin

  saw-sinverb

  Displaying confidence, style, or attitude.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• saucy

  saw-seeadjective

  Bold, cheeky, or sassy in behavior or style.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• savage

  sav-ijnoun, adjective

  Fearless, tough, or aggressive.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• savage mode

  sav-ij mohdnoun, adjective

  A state of extreme or intense behavior, often characterized by bold or aggressive actions.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• schwag

  shwagnoun, adjective

  Low-quality or inferior, often used to describe marijuana.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• scrilla

  skrill-uhnoun

  Money or cash, often used informally.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• sesh

  noun

  A gathering or session, often involving smoking, drinking, or other recreational activities.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• shook

  adjective, verb

  Feeling scared, startled, or intimidated, often used to describe a strong emotional reaction.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• shred

  verb, noun

  To do a sport or play music very well.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Sí Se Puede

  see seh PWEH-dehphrase

  A phrase meaning “yes, we can”.

  Spanish & ChicanoSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• sick

  sikadjective

  Very good.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• sideshow

  Side-shownoun

  An illegal street gathering where cars spin in circles.

  SlangNorCal●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• SigAlert

  sig-uh-lurtnoun

  A traffic warning about a long road blockage.

  SlangSoCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• sippin syrup

  sip-in sir-uhpverb, phrase

  Drinking a concoction typically made with codeine-containing cough syrup mixed with soda or other beverages. This term is associated with a recreational drug use culture.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• sippin tea

  sip-in teeverb, phrase

  Engaging in gossip or sharing information about others, often in a casual or nonchalant manner. It's a reference to the act of sipping tea while chatting.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• skrrt

  skurtverb

  A sound effect often used to mimic the sound of tires screeching, popularized in hip-hop culture.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• slangin

  slang-inverb

  Selling goods or products, often used in the context of selling illegal or illicit substances. It can also refer to promoting or marketing something in a persuasive manner.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• slangin sand

  slang-in sandverb

  Selling goods on the beach.

  PlacesSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• slappin

  slap-inverb

  Music that sounds very good.

  SlangNorCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• slaps

  noun

  Very good songs.

  SlangNorCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• slay

  verb

  To excel, dominate, or look extremely fashionable and attractive.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• smell me

  smel meeverb

  Do you understand?

  SlangNorCal●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• SoCal

  soh-kalnoun

  The southern part of California.

  PlacesSoCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• squad

  skwadnoun

  A close group of friends.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• squad goals

  skwad gohlsnoun

  Desirable or aspirational group achievements, often related to friendship or lifestyle.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• stealth mode

  stelth mohdnoun, adjective

  When a new company keeps itself secret.

  Silicon ValleyNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• steez

  noun

  Style with ease, confidence, or flair.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• stoked

  stohktadjective

  Very happy and excited.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• stripped

  striptverb, adjective

  Robbed.

  Slang⚠Strong●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• stunna shades

  stun-na shaydznoun

  Stylish or flashy sunglasses.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• sunset serenade

  suhn-set ser-uh-naydnoun, phrase

  A beautiful sunset view.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• swoop

  verb, noun

  To collect someone by car, or to grab something fast.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Tacos al Pastor

  tah-kohs ahl pas-tornoun

  Tacos made with spit-roasted pork and pineapple.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• tech bro

  tek brohnoun

  A critical name for a young tech worker.

  Silicon ValleyNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• tech oasis

  tek oh-a-sisnoun

  Thriving tech hub.

  PlacesSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• the 405 crawl

  thuh fawr-oh-fahv crawlphrase

  Very slow traffic on the 405 freeway.

  SlangSoCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• the City

  thuh sit-eenoun

  San Francisco.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• the claw

  thuh klawnoun

  The mechanical arm on a yard-waste truck.

  SlangNorCal●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• the delta

  thuh del-tanoun

  A network of rivers and islands east of San Francisco.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• the funnies

  thuh fuhn-eesnoun

  Jokes.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• the grit

  thuh gritnoun

  The authenticity and character of a place.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• the industry

  thuh in-duhs-treenoun

  The movie and TV business.

  Silicon ValleySoCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• the sierra

  thuh see-air-ahnoun

  The big mountain range in eastern California.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• the Town

  thuh townnoun

  Oakland, California.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• the v

  thuh veenoun

  The city of Vallejo.

  SlangNorCal●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• the w-x

  thuh double-yoo eksphrase

  A freeway through central Sacramento.

  SlangNorCal●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• the Yay

  thuh yaynoun

  The San Francisco Bay Area.

  PlacesNorCalSafe anywhere●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• thicc

  thikadjective

  A slang term for being curvy or having a voluptuous body, especially in the hips and buttocks.

  Slang⚠Strong●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• thirst trap

  thurs trapnoun

  A post or action designed to attract attention, often of a romantic or sexual nature.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• thirsty

  thur-steeadjective

  Desperate for attention or validation, often used to describe someone seeking social approval.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• thizz

  thizverb

  Being on the drug ecstasy.

  Slang⚠Strong●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• thrash

  verb, noun

  To play aggressively or perform at a high level.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• three commas club

  three kah-muhs klubnoun

  Being a billionaire.

  Silicon ValleyNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Thug Life

  thuhg lyfnoun, phrase

  A lifestyle or mindset characterized by a rebellious and fearless attitude, often associated with overcoming challenges and adversity in a tough environment. It can be a symbol of resilience and strength, particularly in the face of social and economic hardships.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• tía

  TEE-ahnoun

  Aunt; also a close family friend.

  Spanish & Chicano●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• tight

  tytadjective

  Very good; or very close as friends.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• to the neck

  toh thuh nekphrase

  To the fullest extent, all the way.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Topanga

  toh-pan-gahnoun

  A canyon and neighborhood in the western part of Los Angeles, known for its scenic beauty.

  PlacesSoCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• trippin

  trip-inverb

  Overreacting or acting strangely.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• trippy

  trip-eeadjective

  Having psychedelic or mind-altering effects, often used to describe surreal or unusual experiences.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• tryna

  try-nahphrase

  A slang term used to mean "trying to" or "want to.".

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• tryna hop on

  try-nah hop onphrase

  Trying to join or be a part of something.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• tucked off

  tukt offverb, adjective

  Hidden or discreet.

  Slang●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• turn up

  verb, phrase

  To party, celebrate, or have a good time, often used in the context of social gatherings.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• turnt

  terntadjective

  Excited, energetic, or having a good time, often used in the context of a party or event.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• turnt up

  ternt upadjective, verb

  Energetic, enthusiastic, or highly intoxicated, often used in the context of parties.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• tweaker

  twey-kurnoun

  A person who uses methamphetamine or engages in erratic behavior, often associated with drug use.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• tweakin

  tweak-inverb

  Acting strangely or being very wrong.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• tycoon

  tai-koonnoun

  Prominent figure in an industry who has become wealthy and powerful through their business empire.

  Silicon ValleySafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• unicorn

  yoo-ni-kornnoun

  A new company worth over a billion dollars.

  Silicon ValleyNorCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• up the hill

  uhp thuh hilphrase

  Up into the mountains.

  SlangNorCal●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• valley vibe

  val-ee vahybnoun, adjective

  The unique atmosphere of the San Fernando Valley.

  SlangSoCal●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• vato

  vah-tohnoun

  A man or guy, used in Chicano speech.

  Spanish & Chicano⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• vegan vibes

  vee-gan vahybznoun, adjective

  A lifestyle centered around plant-based choices.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• vibes

  vahybznoun

  The emotional atmosphere or feeling of a place or situation, often used to describe a positive or enjoyable ambiance.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• vibin

  vahy-binverb

  Enjoying a positive and relaxed atmosphere or vibe.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• vibra bien

  vee-bra byennoun, adjective

  Feeling good vibes (Spanish influence).

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• wassup

  wahs-upphrase

  A casual hello, short for “what’s up?”

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• wavy

  wey-veeadjective

  Cool, laid-back, or stylish.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• WeHo

  wee-honoun

  West Hollywood, in Los Angeles.

  PlacesSoCalSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• west coast swing

  west kohst swingnoun

  A style of dance originating from California.

  PlacesSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• Westside

  west-sahydnoun

  The western part of a city, especially Los Angeles.

  PlacesSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• whack

  hwakadjective, noun, verb

  Bad or boring.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• whats hannenin

  wuts han-ninphrase

  Informal way of asking "What's happening?" or "What's going on?".

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• whip

  wipnoun, verb

  A car.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• wifey

  wahy-feenoun

  Affectionate slang for one's wife or girlfriend.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• woke

  wohkadjective

  Aware and informed about social and political issues, often used in activism.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• Xanadu

  zan-uh-doonoun

  A place of great beauty, luxury, and contentment, often used to describe an idealized or perfect location.

  PlacesSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• xpress lane

  eks-press laynnoun

  A quick and efficient way to get things done, often used to describe a straightforward or streamlined process.

  PlacesSafe anywhere●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• xscape

  eks-kaypverb

  A stylish or exciting escape, often used to describe a getaway or leisure activity.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• xtra fly

  ek-struh flaiadjective

  Exceptionally cool, stylish, or impressive, often used to describe someone or something that stands out.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed

• yadadamean

  yah-dah-dah-meenphrase

  A short way of saying “you know what I mean?”

  SlangNorCal●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• yeah no

  yah nohphrase

  A soft way of saying no.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• yee

  interjection

  Yes, affirmation.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• yee yee

  interjection

  An expression of enthusiasm or excitement, often used in country or Southern culture.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• Yeezy

  yee-zeenoun

  Refers to Yeezy, a fashion brand by Kanye West, often used to describe stylish and trendy items.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• yokin

  yoh-kinverb

  Robbing someone.

  Slang⚠Strong●●●Difficulty 3 of 3: Deep local

• YOLO

  yoh-lohacronym

  An acronym for "You Only Live Once," often used to justify taking risks or trying new things.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• you know

  yoo nohphrase

  A phrase used while thinking or to check someone understands.

  Slang●○○Difficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

• zombie mode

  zom-bee moodnoun, adjective

  Being so tired you act automatically.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• zonked

  zongktadjective

  Extremely tired or exhausted.

  Slang●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional

• zooted

  zoo-tedadjective

  Intoxicated or under the influence of drugs, often used to describe extreme levels of intoxication.

  Slang⚠Strong●●○Difficulty 2 of 3: Regional