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With the Internet at the touch of a button, the younger generation has begun using "Internet slang." It gives teens an easy way out of writing full sentences online or through a text message. Commonly used words/phrases may include:
Bae - Means "before anyone else". It is used to be romantic.
Swipe right - Comes from a popular app, Tinder. "Swipe right" is a term of someone's approval.
Netflix and chill - A cover phrase that includes a quick hookup, not watching movies and relaxing.
On fleek/On point - Two terms that mean someone is highly styled or groomed.
These words/phrases are being used more often through our young adults' lingo. Being made aware of these popular phrases can help you have a conversation with your children.
https://time.com/4373616/text-abbreviations-acronyms/