The prefix “con” roughly translates to “with” or “together” when found in longer words. There are many English words that begin with “con” and the word works in multiple ways as a standalone word. The prefix is also used to allude to negative factors when used as the short version of “contra.” This post unpacks […]

Have you ever thought that someone is the best but don’t want to sound too serious? Do you ever see a product and think that it’s unique and interesting but don’t know how else to describe it? Well, the cat’s pajamas is a fun, lighthearted way to call something great while showing your love and […]

Have you had a spiritual awakening and need a word to refer to it? Or do you have a spiritual, physical object and need a term to refer to it? Perhaps you just want to take a talk or piece of literature you are crafting to the next level. If so, the word “ashe” is […]

ALR is an abbreviation that is mostly used on social sites such as Tik-Tok, Facebook, and other social sites favorable to Gen Z. One can regard ALR as a modern language that has Gen Z on its toes and left the baby boomers scrambling for its meaning. For example, ALR is already trending on Tik […]

Have you ever lost word to speak? Have you ever been shocked to the point that you cannot speak? Maybe someone asked you a question for which you have no reasonable response? If so, the phrase "cat got your tongue” perfectly describes your situation. This common phrase is used when someone is unable to speak. […]

She enjoys sitting in her rocking chair, can cook the most amazing dinners, and never misses with her deadly chancla. “Abuela” is the term that describes this type of particular woman within Spanish and Latinx culture. In this post, we will be going over the definition, origin, and uses of the word “Abuela”. This post […]

Are you looking for a way to send a quick expression of affection, if so, chances are you typed in <3 at some point. These two simple characters are an easy way to show someone that you care. Instead of looking high and low for the right emoji or meme, a heart is often all […]

Are you looking for a way to tell someone that women are independent and capable? You could use the saying "a woman needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle" to show them that you don't need a man in your life to succeed. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. […]