Gen Z Replaces 'Karen' with 'Jessica' as New Slang
Generation Z is coining 'Jessica' as the new term for entitled women, replacing the decade-old 'Karen'. Discover the viral TikTok trend and the evolution of internet slang.
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Gen Z Replaces 'Karen' with 'Jessica' as New Insult
Generation Z has coined a new slang term, 'Jessica', to describe demanding Millennial women, replacing the infamous 'Karen'. Discover the viral TikTok debate that sparked the change.
Gen Z Replaces 'Karen' with 'Jessica' for Millennials
Generation Z has coined a new slang term, 'Jessica', to describe entitled Millennial women, replacing the iconic 'Karen'. The viral TikTok debate reveals shifting generational labels.
10 Slang Words Experts Want Banished in 2026
Lake Superior State University's 50th annual list targets overused slang like '6,7' and 'demure'. Discover which terms made the cut and why language experts say it's time to retire them.
10 Slang Words Experts Want Banished in 2026
Lake Superior State University's 50th Banished Words List targets overused slang like '6,7' and 'demure'. Discover the full list and why these terms have worn out their welcome.
‘6-7’ named most overused word of 2025
The viral phrase ‘6-7’ has been crowned the most overused and misused term of 2025 in a US university's annual list. Discover the full rundown of linguistic offenders.
American lists four 'rude' words in the UK
An American living in Manchester shares the four English words with very different, often embarrassing, meanings in Britain. Discover the language barriers she faces daily.
American's 4 'Rude' Words That Shock in the UK
An American living in Manchester lists four everyday words with very different—and often embarrassing—meanings across the pond. Discover the language barriers she faces.
Why 2025's Words of the Year Need a Positive Reboot
Explore how 2025's negative linguistic trends, from 'slop' to 'ragebait', impact wellbeing. Discover forgotten positive words to reframe 2026 with optimism and resilience.
Gen Z's 'Unc' Replaces 'OK Boomer' as Top Slang
Gen Z's new slang term 'unc' is spreading rapidly online, with searches up 74%. Experts explain its meaning and why it's a softer successor to 'OK Boomer'. Discover if you have 'unc status'.
Saying Goodbye to 2025's Most Annoying Trends
From viral slang to bizarre fashion and food fads, we examine the cultural phenomena that dominated 2025 and why it's time to move on. Discover what overstayed its welcome.
UK's Most Misspelled Words: Colour Tops List
New analysis reveals the words Brits struggle to spell most, with 'colour' and 'favourite' leading the list. Is autocorrect to blame for our declining spelling skills?
Top Mispronounced Words of 2025: Zohran, Louvre & More
A new list reveals the words Brits and Americans struggled to say in 2025, from a New York mayor's name to a Parisian museum. Discover the correct pronunciations and why they tripped us up.
Michael McIntyre baffled by Gen Z slang on BBC's The Wheel
Host Michael McIntyre and celebrity experts were left completely confused by modern slang in a hilarious sneak peek at this weekend's episode of BBC's The Wheel. Find out which word stumped them all.
2025's Most Mispronounced Words Revealed
A new list reveals the words Brits and Americans struggled to say in 2025, from the Louvre museum to a popular diabetes drug. Discover the correct pronunciations and the stories behind them.
Top Mispronounced Words of 2025: Can You Say Them?
Language experts from Babbel unveil 2025's most commonly mispronounced words, from drug names to storm titles. Test your pronunciation skills now.
Mamdani and Louvre Lead 2025's Mispronounced Words
From New York's mayor-elect to a Parisian jewel heist, 2025's news left many tongue-tied. Discover which words made the annual list of pronunciation pitfalls.
Epstein's Blackboard: 12 Strange Words Spark Mystery
Never-before-seen photos from Jeffrey Epstein's island reveal a cryptic blackboard list. See the words fuelling speculation and the political battle over the files.
Sturgeon, Rankin & McDermid Headline Winter Words Festival
Nicola Sturgeon, Ian Rankin and Val McDermid lead an eclectic line-up at Pitlochry Festival Theatre's Winter Words Festival in February. Tickets on sale 16 December.
US Basketballer Baffled by Australian 'That's Alright'
US basketballer Andrew Robinson reveals his initial offence at the Aussie phrase 'that's alright'. Discover the cultural clash and how he came to embrace the local lingo.
UK's Most Mispronounced Words Revealed
New research uncovers the words Brits struggle to say, with Irish names Niamh and Saoirse leading the list. Discover if you've been pronouncing them correctly.
2025 Words of the Year: Parasocial, 67 & Vibe-Coding
Cambridge, Collins and Dictionary.com announce their 2025 Words of the Year. Discover the meaning behind 'parasocial', '67' and 'vibe-coding' and test your modern vocabulary.
Macquarie Dictionary's 2025 Word of the Year Shortlist
Discover the 15 finalists for Macquarie Dictionary's 2025 Word of the Year, from 'AI slop' to 'Australian sushi'. Vote now for the People's Choice award!
Common Pronunciation Mistakes Brits Make
Are you saying Moët and Nike correctly? Discover 20 common pronunciation pitfalls and learn the right way to say them, according to linguistic experts.
Study: Gen Z Finds Racist Slurs Most Offensive
New research reveals Gen Z ranks racist, sexist, and homophobic slurs as most offensive, while traditional swear words lose their sting. Discover how language taboos are shifting.
Gen Z's Slang Revolution: Decoding Britain's New Vocabulary
From 'huzzah' to 'delulu', discover how Gen Z is reshaping the English language and why these new words reveal more about our changing society than you might think.
Coolcation: Collins Dictionary's 2024 Word of the Year
Discover why 'coolcation' has been crowned Collins Dictionary's Word of the Year and explore other unusual travel terms that are reshaping how Brits holiday in 2024.
The Hidden Victorian Meaning Behind LOL Revealed
Social media users are having their minds blown after discovering the true 19th-century meaning behind the ubiquitous acronym 'LOL' that's very different from how we use it today.
Paul O'Grady's heartbreaking final words revealed
In his last days, beloved entertainer Paul O'Grady shared emotional farewells with close friends while battling serious health issues, new revelations show.
Delulu crowned 2023 Word of the Year in TikTok triumph
The viral term 'delulu' has been officially named 2023's Word of the Year, beating Rizz and other contenders in a landmark decision that highlights TikTok's growing influence on modern language and mental attitudes.
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