Understanding the Tween Lingo

If you find yourself constantly asking your tween to repeat something he said to you because it sounds like a foreign language, you're not alone. I finally decided enough was enough. I am going to be "hip" and "get down" with what my kids are trying to tell me! Here are some common slang words that tweens are using today and what they really mean.

• Sweet: Not something they want to eat. They think something is cool and they like it a lot.
• "That movie was sweet."

• Yo dog: Not talking to the dog. They are greeting a good friend.
• "Yo dog, can you come out for a while?"

• Whasup?: Not asking you what is for dinner. They are asking you what is going on.
• "Whasup, mom?"

• Balloon-head: Not someone wearing a ballon on his head. It is a term to say someone has a big ego.
• "No, you balloon-head. The world is round."

• Barkie: Not referring to a dog who is barking. Insensitive way to say a girl is not pretty. (I have banned this from my household.)
• "I'm not asking barkie out!"

• My bad: Indiscreet way to own to something done wrong. They are trying to lightly overlook their mistake.
• "Oh, my bad. I'll fix it later."

• Bling: Can mean anything that is expensive, especially jewelry.
• "Hey, I like your bling. Where did you get that ring?"

• The Green: Not talking about going to play golf. They are talking about money.
• "I don't have the green to go to the concert."

This is a very short list, but just some of the ones I've heard. You can find all sorts of slang words at SlangSite.com, but be careful because not everything on this site is appropriate for kids eyes. Here are some other ways to communicate with your tween.

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