🗣’ish’ is very common in spoken English, but do you know how to use it? Watch Sian’s shortish video to learn 5 ways we use ‘ish’ in natural English to make words more vague – less exact! Have you heard the last one being used?

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Yakka

Work, especially hard work

Ex: "After hours of Yakka, the kitchen sparkled and the laundry was all done."
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Sheila

Woman

Ex: "That Sheila over there is a friend of mine."
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Cuppa
Cup of tea or coffee ☕
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Barbie
Barbecue

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English slang - “shaft” 🤨

“Shaft” is a verb which means to trick someone or treat them unfairly.

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English slang - “rank” 🤢

In this context the word “rank” is an informal adjective which means disgusting or very unpleasant.

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English slang - “bounce” 🏃🏻

“Bounce” in this context means to leave.

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🔘 Mk

What does mk mean?

◻️Okay

Mk is a shortened way to say "Okay" that people typically use when they are unsure but still say want to answer in the affirmative. For example, if the girl you went on a date with once wants to introduce you to her parents, you might think it's too early, but you also don't want to appear rude, so you reply with, "mk."
You may mk in various contexts, but you'll most likely see it in messages (online and texts) and on social media, like Twitter, TikTok, and Snapchat. While most people use it to warily reply "yes" to a question or agree with someone, some people also use it in a condescending way to cast judgment. For example, one of your friends may send "mk" in a group message when another friend shares a risque outfit she is wearing to a barbecue.

❓Example
You gonna come over tonite?
mk, I guess I'll go
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🔘 Appoholic

What does appoholic mean?

◻️A person addicted to downloading apps

An appoholic is a person that is addicted to downloading apps for his phone or tablet. The term comes from the combination of "application" and "alcoholic."
The term is commonly used to describe a person who can't stop downloading applications to their mobile device or computer. An appoholic is most likely a teenager who has a new phone and is overwhelmed with excitement, much like a puppy with a new toy. Appoholic may also appear as "appaholic."


❓Example
I downloaded 8 apps today, I think I may be an appoholic
Well, the first step is admitting you have a problem
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🔘 Airdrop

What is a cryptocurrency airdrop?

◻️A cryptocurrency marketing event

A cryptocurrency airdrop is a giveaway of free crypto coins. Airdrops are often part of marketing events, in which users receive coins in exchange for promoting a new or up-and-coming cryptocurrency. The coins are sent directly to a user's cryptocurrency wallet, provided the user completes the airdrop's conditions.

Are cryptocurrency airdrops scams?

No and yes. No, in that many airdrops are legitimate promotions, and yes, in that some airdrops are pump-and-dump schemes in which the cryptocurrency's owners are attempting to inflate their coins' value before selling them. Other malicious airdrops ask users to provide their crypto wallet's private key, which gives access to the users' other cryptocurrency. So, before you engage in a crypto airdrop, make sure you do your DD.


❓Example
I'm so glad I hopped on that Dogecoin airdrop years ago. Now I just have to figure out when to sell
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🔘 F4F

What does F4F mean on social media?

◻️Follow for follow

F4F means "follow for follow." It is used on Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram to tell other users that, if they follow you, you'll follow them back - ensuring that both your follower counts grow.
Because social media platforms boost posts made by people with large numbers of followers, many users attempt to gain followers however they can. F4Fing is a relatively mild and organic way of attempting to gain followers, as opposed to spamming hashtags in your posts or utilizing algorithms and bots to gain followers automagically.
If you want to let people know you'll follow them if they follow you, be sure to add the #F4F hashtag to your Twitter, TikTok, or Insta posts. If you want to look for users who will follow you if you follow them, you can search for others' use of the #F4F hashtag.


❓Example
RT if you need followers! I love you all! #F4F #FF
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🔘 Swag

What does swag mean?


◻️Skills or style

 Swag is a term that refers to a person's sense of style or skills. It is derived from "swagger" and was made popular by hip-hop culture.
Swag is usually preceded by a hashtag (#) and used profusely on Twitter, commony to brag. Because of its popularity, there has been backlash causing many to use it for ironic or mocking purposes.


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Yo, that dude's got so much swag, it's not even fair
Nah, he's lame he just rips off other people's looks
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🔘 Boujee

What does boujee mean?

◻️High class

 Anything high class, or fancy, is "boujee" (or "bougie"), which is short for "bourgeois." While bourgeois has negative connotations, people primarily use boujee in a positive manner, like when a person has high standards or good taste.

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This hotel is so boujee, I can't believe we can afford it!
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🔘 L2P

What does L2P stand for?

◻️Learn to play

Gamers are most likely to use L2P to mean "learn to play." Specifically, they're most likely to use L2P while telling noobs to stop sucking and git gud.
However, you may also encounter L2P in other contexts. For example, a friend who is teaching themself how to play piano may say "I want to L2P piano; I found some online resources." Or, a gamer may (kindly) prompt you to L2P their favorite game, so you can play together.


❓Example
Hey, why don't you log off and L2P? You're killing us out there
Hey, why don't you get bent?
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🔘 Wonky

What does wonky mean?

◻️Weird

When something seems strange or out of character, it is "wonky." For example, when you push down your car's accelerator and the car makes a clunking sound, you might tell your mechanic that it's acting wonky (and they will then roll their eyes).
It is unclear where wonky comes from, but some scholars say it dates back to the "wankul" word in Proto-West Germanic, which means "shaky or unstable." Over the years, the word has evolved into the non-technical "wonky" term, which people use when describing something off-kilter or behaving strangely.
Examples of things that may be wonky include a picture frame on a wall, any machinery, flooring, and bizarre food. Additionally, people acting odd may be wonky, like your uncle Bruno or that pirate Captain Jack Sparrow.


❓Example
The school cafeteria lunch looked a little wonky today, so I didn't eat it
I did and I'm regretting it
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🔘 Broseph

What is a broseph?

◻️A male friend

Broseph is another way to refer to a male friend. The term combines bro and "Joseph" although you do not have to be named Joseph to be a broseph.
The term is often utilized in reference to a good friend but can be used to describe another male much like "dude." Broseph is commonly said by males that exhibit stereotypical male traits, such as lifting weights, playing sports, and going to the club to meet some shawties.


❓Example
Hey broseph, can you pass the salt?
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🔘 GLHFTTYL

What does GLHFTTYL stand for?


◻️Good luck, have fun, talk to you later

GLHFTTYL stands for "good luck, have fun, talk to you later." Primarily, gamers use this acronym while signing off from online gaming sessions, to wish their fellow players good fortune.
More rarely, you might see people use GLHFTTYL to sign off from other chat and text conversations. In these instances, GLHFTTYL still means the same thing, but the HF portion of the acronym refers to whatever activity you're doing. (And yes, the person who sent you GLHFTTYL is likely a gamer.)


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GGs, WP. Gotta sign off GLHFTTYL
U2 CYL
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🔘 NFT

What is an NFT?


◻️Non-fungible token

A non-fungible token, often referred to as an "NFT," is a unique digital asset that is part of a blockchain, usually the open-source Ethereum. It is primarily used to verify ownership of digital artwork sold and collected online.
NFTs increased in usage in 2020, partially because the Covid-19 pandemic limited the exchange of actual artwork. They are a form of currency on a blockchain, which is a type of database linked together like a chain using cryptography.
Blockchains provide helpful information about transactions that cannot be modified. They are also transparent, allowing users to view the transactions and recognize ownership of assets.
An NFT, which is part of a blockchain, functions similarly to a receipt that provides proof of a digital asset's purchase and ownership. Anything digital can be sold and collected as an NFT, but an NFT is primarily an image or video artwork.


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I just paid $15 for an NFT
Oh yeah, what did you get?
Katie's tweet about sandwiches
SMH, you're such a simp.
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🔘 BFF

What does BFF stand for?


◻️Awkward

BFF means "best friends forever." It is a popular acronym that refers to your best friend, pal, or mate and communicates that your bond will last forever.
BFF is used online and offline and is reserved for only the most special person in your life, so choose wisely. Many people may try to come between BFFs, especially crushes. But your friendship must supersede these temporary distractions, or else the magic dissipates.


❓Example
I'm hanging out with my bff Jill tonight
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