Episode 306
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Today, we will learn some new slang words. Slang is very popular, especially on the internet. Let's learn some new words!
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Boujee:
This word means something very fancy or luxurious. For example, if someone has a very expensive bag, you can say, "That's so boujee!"
Bussin':
If something is really good, like food or a song, you can say it's "bussin'." Like, "That pizza was bussin'!"
Drip:
When someone looks stylish, you can say their "drip" is impressive. For example, "Look at her jacket; her drip is cool."
Extra:
If someone does too much or acts very dramatic, they are being "extra." For example, "He bought 2000 cupcakes for his birthday. That's extra."
Rent-free:
When you can't stop thinking about something, it's living "rent-free" in your head. Like, "That funny video is living rent-free in my mind."
Salty:
If someone is upset over something small, they are being "salty." You might hear, "She was salty because she lost the game."
Shook:
This word means you are very surprised. You might say, "I was shook when I saw the surprise party."
Vibe check:
This is when you make sure everyone is happy or enjoying themselves. At a party, you might say, "Let's do a vibe check to see if everyone is having fun."
Coded:
When someone acts like something else, for example, "She is so happy and nice, just like a puppy. She's puppy-coded."
Roman Empire:
This is a fun way to talk about someone's big hobby. "Collecting stamps is his Roman Empire."
Vibing:
This means you are having a good time or getting along well with someone. "We were just vibing at the concert."
Altered my brain chemistry:
When something changes, the way you feel a lot. "That beautiful song really altered my brain chemistry."
Beige flag:
This is when someone does something a bit strange but not serious. "He always talks to his plants. That's a beige flag."
NPC (non-player character)
This word comes from video games and refers to someone who doesn't think for themselves. "Try not to be an NPC; make your own decisions."
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GRAMMAR MADE EASY
POV Story: Grammar in Context
Read the same story in two different points of view and notice how the grammar changes naturally.
| 01 |
First version Past Tense - Third Person |
One sunny day, Amy wanted to go to the beach with her friends. She was excited to show off her new swimsuit and sunglasses—her drip was impressive!
When Amy met her friends, they said, "Wow, your outfit is bussin'!" Amy felt happy because she loved her beach look. They found a nice spot on the sand and laid out their towels. It was going to be a perfect day.
Soon, Amy and her friends got hungry, so they went to buy some snacks. The beach had a famous hot dog stand, and everyone said the hot dogs were bussin'. Amy tried one and agreed, "These are the best hot dogs ever!"
After eating, Amy wanted to take pictures. She saw a group nearby doing a vibe check, laughing and checking if everyone was having fun. Amy thought that was a great idea. "Let's do a vibe check!" she called to her friends. They all cheered and jumped into a photo, smiling big.
Later, while playing volleyball, one of Amy's friends, Mark, missed an easy shot and got slightly salty. "I can't believe I missed that!" he said. Amy laughed and told him, "Don't be salty; it's just a game!"
As the sun started to set, Amy felt so happy. This special day had altered her brain chemistry—she felt more relaxed than in weeks. Sitting back, she thought about how she was just vibing with the waves and her best friends.
When it was time to leave, Amy felt a bit sad. But she knew there would be many more beach days. As they packed up, her friend Ellie said, "Today was awesome. This vibe is living rent-free in my head!"
| 02 |
Second version Present Tense - Amy's Viewpoint |
Hi! I'm Amy and one day, I decide to head to the beach with my friends. I'm excited to show off my new swimsuit and sunglasses—my drip is impressive today!
When I meet my friends, they say, "Wow, your outfit is bussin'!" I feel happy because I love my beach look. We find a nice spot on the sand and lay out our towels. It's gonna be a perfect day!
Soon, we get hungry, so we go buy some snacks. The beach has a famous hot dog stand, and everyone says the hot dogs are bussin'. I try one and agree, "These are the best hot dogs ever!"
After eating, I want to take pictures. I see a group nearby doing a vibe check, laughing and seeing if everyone is having fun. I think that's a great idea. "Let's do a vibe check!" I call to my friends. They all cheer and jump into a photo, smiling big.
Later, while playing volleyball, one of my friends, Mark, misses an easy shot and gets slightly salty. "I can't believe I missed that!" he says. I laugh and tell him, "Don't be salty; it's just a game!"
As the sun sets, I feel so happy. This day has altered my brain chemistry—I feel more relaxed than I have in weeks. Sitting back, I think about how I'm just vibing with the waves and my best friends. When it's time to leave, I feel a bit sad. But I know there will be many more beach days. As we pack up, my friend Ellie says, "Today was awesome. This vibe is living rent-free in my head!"
Thanks for listening, and I’ll see you in the next episode.
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Vocabulary
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slang
informal words and expressions used by particular groups.
drip
stylish clothing or appearance.
bussin'
extremely good, especially when describing food.
salty
annoyed or upset, often about something small.
vibe
the mood or feeling of a place or situation.
living rent-free
staying in someone's thoughts for a long time.
NPC
slang for someone who seems not to think independently.
alter your brain chemistry
humorously, affect your mood very strongly.
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