Dad’s Urban Dictionary - Get ahead of the 2025 Lingo

Ever found yourself nodding along while your kid talks, but you have no idea what they're actually saying? Welcome to the world of "vibe check," "lit," and "cheugy."

Have no fear we’ve decoded the latest slang to keep you in the loop. Here’s your guide to the words and phrases that are trending in your kid’s world.

The Dad's Urban Dictionary: 2025 Edition

Still in...

"Lit" – When something is on fire (figuratively, of course). It’s the highest level of cool. "That party was lit!"

"Salty" – Not the sea kind. When someone’s annoyed or upset, especially over something small. “Why’s she acting all salty today?”

"Bussin" – When food is ridiculously good. “That burger is bussin’, Dad.”

"No Cap" – No exaggeration. Keeping it real. "Seriously, no cap, this is the best movie I’ve seen."

"Rizz" – A person with a lot of charm. "He’s got the rizz, always smooth with his words."

"Vibe Check" – A way to gauge someone's emotional state. Handy for checking in without the usual "How was school?"

Making it for 2025...

"Cheugy" – Used to describe something that's off-trend or trying too hard. If your dad jokes are met with "That's so cheugy," it might be time to update your “Daddabase” of material.

"Finna" – Short for “fixing to,” meaning getting ready to do something. “I’m finna go grab a coffee, want one?”

"Suss" – When something feels off or shady. “That’s suss, I don’t trust that guy.”

"Gassed" – When someone’s completely hyped or pumped. “He’s so gassed for the concert tonight.”

"Ick" – The cringe factor. That gut feeling when something or someone just doesn’t vibe. "Got the ick when he pulled out his dad dance moves at the BBQ."

"Bet" – A way of saying "OK" or "Sure" but with confidence. “You wanna play me in FIFA? Bet.”

"Slaps" – When something is great or hits the spot, particularly food or music. "This playlist slaps, bro."

Keeping up with your kid’s lingo is more than just decoding a bunch of random words—it’s about staying connected and showing you’re engaged in their world. So next time they drop a "lit" or ask for a "vibe check," you’ll be ready to roll with the punches. Master the slang, stay in tune with their vibe, and you’ll build that bridge between generations, one trendy word at a time.

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We aren’t going to actively encourage you to start throwing this lingo about. Just know that knowledge is power, my friend.