Pop Culture
Pop-culture slang from shows, memes, and celebrity moments the internet won’t stop quoting.
133 words
An intensifier meaning 'very' or 'extremely' — wicked good, wicked cool.
The cheek fat pad people get removed to chase a sculpted, hollow-cheek look.
Korean for 'awesome' or 'jackpot' — what you yell when something's incredible.
A dramatic transformation from awkward to fine — looks, confidence, or life.
A sweetheart or romantic partner — your boo, the one you're into.
Brand-new, never-worn gear — especially sneakers still in original condition with the box.
A lifted, elongated, almond eye look — makeup or a literal cosmetic lift.
Wearing technical hiking and outdoor gear as everyday fashion — fleeces, shell jackets, and trail shoes in the city.
A ballroom category of high-fashion, over-the-top glamour and extravagance.
The messy, flash-photo, hipster party aesthetic of the late 2000s — American Apparel, eyeliner, and disco-grime.
The shortest possible 'what's up' — a one-word greeting.
Gossip, the latest news, or the truth — 'spill the tea' means tell me everything.
Old-school ballroom slang for stealing — especially clothes to compete in.
Delivering a look so strong you're 'serving' it up like a runway moment.
Korean for 'older sister' used by women — fandom-speak for an older female idol.
Someone with nothing but air between their ears — ditzy and clueless.
Valley-girl for 'definitely' or 'absolutely' — often crunched into 'fer sure.'
To relax and do absolutely nothing, like a vegetable on the couch.
A K-pop group's new release era — not a return from a break, just the next drop.
A dismissive 'I don't care' delivered with maximum attitude.
A breezy, expensive-but-effortless aesthetic of linen, neutral tones, and living like a wealthy retiree by the sea.
An all-out hot-pink, hyper-glam aesthetic inspired by Barbie — head-to-toe fuchsia and unapologetic plastic fantasy.
Deliberately plain, unbranded, ordinary clothing as a style statement — think dad jeans and a blank tee.
A collectible idol trading card hidden in albums — the lifeblood of K-pop merch trading.
To call out, get in touch, or shout someone out.
A casual way to admit a mistake — 'that was my fault.'
The ballroom emcee's call announcing the theme contestants must serve — 'the category is...'
The specific color combo a shoe or garment comes in — same model, different palette.
Valley-girl disgust — 'that's so gross it makes me want to puke.'
An ecstatic, drawn-out 'yes' — pure excitement and approval.
Korean for 'you got this!' — a cheer of encouragement before something tough.
Korean for 'older sister' used by men — fandom-speak for an older female idol or fan.
Freaking out, overreacting, or acting crazy — your wires are tripping.
Very, a lot — the NorCal intensifier that went national.
A sharp, minimal, well-put-together outfit — nothing flashy, just crisp pieces that quietly look expensive.
Makeup applied flawlessly and fully — a face that's beat is perfectly done.
What's up — the drawn-out 90s greeting Budweiser turned into a national catchphrase.
Highly desirable, hyped clothing or sneakers — the fire pieces everyone wants.
A salon treatment that curls and lifts your natural lashes — no extensions needed.
A mystical 90s-witchy aesthetic — crescent moons, velvet, crystals, tarot, and a dreamy dark-romantic vibe.