Slang words are informal language words that are used by the teens and youngsters. Today, it’s impossible to be in a nightclub, or at a cutting-edge art gallery, without hearing these slang words. These are nothing but idioms and expressions, which make adults scratch their head. Don’t worry, this blog will explain you slang words along with its meaning.





10 slang words you must know

1. It sucks / that sucks

Meaning - It might not be the right phrase to be used in every situation. It should strictly be used with friends. The meaning of the phrase refers to something that is worthless or disgusting.

Example – I failed in economics. Is it? It really sucks!


2. Zonked out

Meaning - Zonked out means feeling tired or exhausted. It may also mean to be very drunk.

Example – You look zonked out. Yeah, yesterday’s party was hell crazy.


3. Dork

A person who has very strange interests and who does not care about what people think about him, is called a dork.

Example – Didn’t Selena come to the party? No. She is a dork at most of the parties.


4. Cheesy

Meaning – Food lovers would relate it with some delicious cheesy dish. But in reality, teens use this term when they want to refer to something of very low quality.

Example – Don’t say cheesy dialogues to impress her.


5. Goof off / Goof around

Meaning – Goof off means to play around in a very silly manner and waste time.

Example – These days we are goofing around and wasting time very often.


6. Janky

Meaning - Something which is very old or of inferior quality.

Example – We do have a car. But it is a janky car so I hate to drive it.


7. Ace

Meaning - Someone who is really good at something or something very skillful.

Example – I like the way you play your guitar. I mean you ace it.


8. Hang out

Meaning – Hang out means to spend time with someone.

Example – We are hanging out at Xperia café since noon.


9. On fleek/ fleenkin’

Meaning - This slang term is used to describe something that is close to perfection, especially, in the eyes of a teen.

Example – You look fleekin’ in this outfit.


10.   Zero Chill

This slang means you are not cool and not popular.

Example - You: I can’t come for a party this weekend!

Friend: Zero chill, girl, zero chill.


These are the slang words that are used by teens. But remember that these slang words can’t be used in a formal communication. They are very much part of our daily English usage, so it’s important to know about them. Join an online English speaking course and learn English.

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In our earlier blog, we provided a fun guide to interjections which help us in our day to day conversation. Interjections are words for the emotions and expressions that we make. These interjections words depict our emotions like surprise, agreement, disagreement, sarcasm, shock etc. In today’s blog, we will explain interjections to be used to express your emotions which will help you in your everyday conversations using “expressive interjections”.

These interjections can be found at the start of a sentence which is generally followed by a comma or an exclamation mark.

 



5 interjections for emotions

1. DUH / WHOOP-DEE-DOO / LA-DEE-DAH

These interjections are used when they want to express sarcasm. Remember to use them only with your close friends as using them in business and social context might be offensive. 

DUH

Duh is used in reaction to the extreme obvious statement.

E.g.

Hey, do you know Mark Zuckerberg is the Founder of the Facebook?

Me: Duh!

WHOOP-DEE-DOO

Whoop-dee-doo is used when you want to say something that is not as great as it seems. It’s like “Who cares?”

E.g.

Hey, people, I won Miss Mumbai contest.

Whoop-dee-doo.

LA-DEE-DAH

La-dee-dah is also similar to the above one expressing “I don’t really care,” in reaction to somebody else trying to sound impressive or show off.

E.g.

My boyfriend is so rich that he presented me a BMW for Valentine’s Day.

La-dee-dah, whatever.
 

2. OUCH / OW

Ouch/ Ow can be used for showing pain when you accidently hurt yourself.

E.g.

Ouch, I hurt my finger by the nail on the corner of the table.

 
3. OOPS / WHOOPS

Oops / Whoops can be used when you make a mistake, or react to a mistake:

To make a mistake:

Oops – I just spilled the milk all over the table.

Wait, I’ll get towels to clean it up.

Reaction to a mistake:

I borrowed a book from my teacher and then left it on the rickshaw.

“Whoops! Are you mad?”

 
4. AHA!

Aha is used when you suddenly discover or understand something, as a thinking word, to express contempt.

E.g.

During Math exam: “Aha! I got the answer.” (finding)

Contempt: Ah! Look what she has done!

Understanding: Ah. I see what you mean.

Thinking: Ah… that’s not exactly what I meant.

 
5. Doh!

Doh used when you do something stupid!

E.g. I just deleted all my photos. Doh!

 
Interjections are an excellent way of expressing an emotion, but be careful and avoid overusing them. Learn the appropriate use of interjections by joining an online English class.

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eAgeTutor.com is the premier online tutoring provider. eAge's world-class faculty and ace communication experts from around the globe help you to improve English in an all-round manner. Assignments and tasks based on a well-researched content developed by subject matter and industry experts can certainly fetch the most desired results for improving spoken English skills. Overcoming limitations is just a click of mouse away in this age of effective and advance communication technology. For further information on online English speaking course or to experience the wonders of virtual classroom fix a demonstration session with our tutor. Please visit www.eagetutor.com.

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Many times in life, we find people who poke their nose in every matter. They are curious to know everything that happens in our life. Sometimes it becomes difficult to avoid these people as they might be our friend or a close relative. We don’t like to answer each question. So, in today’s blog, we are bringing you some English phrases which will help you avoid answering an unwanted question.



6 phrases to be used

1. (Sorry) That’s personal

This phrase must be used properly in appropriate situation. When someone asks you too many personal questions that you may not want to answer, you can use this expression.When you are in a group and someone asks you something personal to which you do not wish to answer, just smile, and use this expression.

2. Why do you want to know?

This expression should be used carefully as it sounds a bit rude. If you are in a situation where someone asks something that you feel is none of their business, use this expression. This can be used when you don’t want to share any information.

3. No comment

This is one of the most common expression used when you don't want to comment on something. Most of the times it is used sarcastically. When there is any sensitive or controversial issue, you can use this expression.

4. Let me get back to you

There are times, when people ask you things that you don't have answers for. Or sometimes, you are unsure whether you should answer the question or not, at that time using this phrase will help you get some time.

5. I would rather not talk about it

Some topics or issues are sensitive, unpleasant, and painful. Like for example, breakups or any other sad news. If someone asks you about your relationship or breakup, then you can say I would prefer not talking about such things.

6. Wait and see

This phrase is used when you don’t want to answer a particular thing. You can use this phrase and tell someone to wait and watch.

The above words are used by a native speaker while avoiding nosy people. We will list some more expressions in our next blog. Learn these words and use them in your communication and improve your English-speaking skills.You can browse through our other related topics which will help you to learn stronger vocabulary. You can also join our online English learning course which will enhance your spoken English skills.

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In our last blog, we listed few points that will help you avoid answering nosy people in a polite way. A fluent English speaking skill will provide you with the base of strong and polite communication skills. Everybody wants to know what is happening in your life. However, not all are comfortable sharing their personal details. For example, questions like, how much money do you earn? How many men have you been dating? Why are you taking a day off? Salary, relationship status etc.are private topics and noteveryone would like to discuss it.



6 points to remember

1. I am sorry, that’s confidential

This is a direct and honest expression that should be usedwhen you are not going to share the asked information. Though you might have heard this phrase by a doctor saying, “Sorry, we can’t reveal the information. That’s confidential. So, it is polite to use this as you make an apology first and then saythat it's confidential.

2. Mind your own business

This expression is very rude. So, it should be used very carefully. Unless you feel a person is asking you too many personal questions that you don’t want to answer, use this expression. It shouldbe used only in extreme cases.

3. Answer like a politician

A politician always answers in a diplomatic manner. He smiles and politely gives an indirect answer related to the topic rather than the question. For example, if someone asks you about how your salary, you can start talking about the economy.

4. Humour

Add some homour to your and make the question light and civil.

5. I am not at liberty to say

It is a nice way to use this expression when you don't have the freedom or authority to reveal out some information. For example, if you know something that is confidential and if someone asks youabout it, use this expression. It is polite and non-offensive.

6. I will tell you when you are older

Children are curious to know things that happen in nature. Sometimes, they ask something that is related to adulthood. At such moments, it becomes difficult to answer them. So, this phrase is very useful to let kids know that they need to wait for sometime to know about such things.

These are some more expressions, that can be used to avoid nosy people. Don’t forget to smile and be as polite as you can. Use fluent English to add a spark in your conversation.You can also join our online English learning course which will enhance your spoken English skills.

About EAgeTutor:

eAgeTutor.com is the premier online tutoring provider. eAge's world-class faculty and ace communication experts from around the globe help you to improve English in an all-round manner. Assignments and tasks based on a well-researched content developed by subject matter and industry experts can certainly fetch the most desired results for improving spoken English skills. Overcoming limitations is just a click of mouse away in this age of effective and advance communication technology. For further information on online English speaking course or to experience the wonders of virtual classroom fix a demonstration session with our tutor. Please visit www.eagetutor.com.

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