Are you looking for words that can describe a gay man in Spanish? You could say mariposa, a term that can also be woven into English if you're in a Spanish-speaking community in the United States. Keep reading to learn more. Meaning Mariposa is the Spanish word for for butterfly. It can also be a […]
Mon Cheri – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did your partner just call you 'mon cheri' in a text? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'mon cheri' translates from French to 'my love' in English. 'Cheri' means 'cherished' in French or something you hold dear to your heart, like your partner. While the French have two […]
Mutuals/Moots (TikTok) – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did someone you follow on social media just follow you back? You could say you’re ‘mutuals.’ This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘mutuals’ refers to two people who follow each other on social media. The saying applies to all social media platforms, including Twitter, TikTok, Facebook (Meta), Instagram, […]
Noggin – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you looking for a fun, informal, way to tell someone to use their brain or to be careful about protecting their head? The slang word "noggin" may be just what you are looking for. This post unpacks the meaning and history of the term. Meaning The informal but fairly widely-used word noggin means someone's […]
OOC – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you stepping out of character during an online gaming session? Don’t be surprised if people type ‘ooc’ in the chat to put you back on course in the game. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘ooc’ is an acronym for several different terms. The most popular use […]
ICK – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Have your feelings changed towards your man? If you suddenly find them repulsive, you could say you have the ‘ick.’ This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘ick’ means that you find another person despicable or repulsive. Typically, you’ll have a relationship with the person, and you get along […]
Periodt – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you in the middle of a conversation and finally agree with a point that has been made? Maybe someone uploaded a social media status that resonates with your way of thinking. Instead of simply intoning your agreement, you can say periodt to let others know just how strongly you feel. This post unpacks the […]
Lumos – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Any Harry Potter fan will tell you without hesitation the term “lumos” means light. They may also quote a classic scene from the book in which Ron forgets that he is a wizard until Hermione makes a snide comment to him so Ron quickly realizes he can say “lumos” which emits a light straight out […]
Kuudere – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you trying to describe a fictional character — or even a real person — who has a cold, emotionless, exterior but who may be hiding a sea of love and caring behind that facade? The anime term "kuudere" could be the exact word you are looking for. Discover what kuudere means and how it […]
KEK – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you used to joking around with your friends online? Maybe you want to send a sign of your amusement without using the typical terms? If so, there are a few things you can say to get your point across. “KEK” is an example of this. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this […]