Gen Z Translator: English to Gen Z Slang (and Back)

English → Gen Z

Modern English	Gen Z
That outfit looks really good on you.	ok that fit is giving main character fr
I’m exhausted.	i’m literally so cooked rn
This food is delicious.	this is bussin no cap
It was just average.	it was kinda mid tbh
You did an amazing job.	you ate and left no crumbs

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Slang moves fast

Words rise and fade within months, and the same word can mean different things in different corners of the internet. We last reviewed this page in October 2026. The AI may lag behind the newest terms, so if something sounds off, it probably is.

Gen Z slang dictionary

no cap · fr: no lie · for real
rizz: charm, flirting skills
bussin: really good (usually food)
mid: average, unimpressive
it’s giving…: it has the vibe of…
ate · left no crumbs: did it perfectly
delulu: delusional (often about a crush)
lowkey: a little, secretly
cooked: exhausted, or done for
bet: okay, deal
slay: do something impressively
touch grass: go outside, get offline

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Gen Z Translator: FAQ

What does rizz mean?

Rizz means charm, especially the ability to flirt. Someone with rizz is smooth; “rizz someone up” means to flirt with them.

Can it translate Gen Z slang into normal English?

Yes. Tap the swap button so it reads Gen Z → Modern English, then paste the message.

Is the slang up to date?

We review the page every few months, last in October 2026. Slang changes faster than that, so the newest terms may be missing.