Over the years, I have paid special attention to the quips and phrases of those around me. Hilarious tid-bits across friends and family have stuck with me throughout my life and were adopted into my own phrase-ology. The following are words that stand the test of time, for their humor, originality (or lack thereof), and absurdity. Are they worthy to join the ranks of your vernacular?

Sucka – A term to refer to someone with either endearment or annoyance. Often used when “dude” or “man” just don’t cut it. Occasionally used as a greeting.

Example: “Wassup sucka!” or “Alright Sucka.”

 

Bonk! – Exclaim this word when in the midst of a clumsy moment or to explain how stupid something is.

Example: “Oh BONK!” or “Well this is bonk.”

 

Bruh – Probably the most versatile word on the list, bruh typically denotes the person you’re talking to, but also adds a layer of humor to even the most serious sentences.

Example: “Hey bruh, how’s it going” or “Yeah I am genuinely failing college bruh…”

 

Slimpin’ – When you’re pimpin’ in your sleep. Often paired with other words to signify nuance.

Example: “He’s straight slimpin’ bro.” or “Man, that’s slimpin.’ ”

 

Apreesh – A shorthand way to inform someone that you appreciate something.

Example: “Thanks dude, apreesh.” or “Apreesh bro.”

 

*Beatbox sound effects* – While not exactly an actual word, beatboxing is a great way to respond to a joke or statement that is lewd or you can’t think of anything else to say

Example: “-and that’s what she said!”…“beatboxing intensifies”

 

Goofus – A term to describe the goofiest doofus.

Example: “This guy is a goofus.”

 

Cheeks – A way of expressing how lame a certain something is, by comparing it to buttcheeks but not giving it enough respect to say it in its entirety.

Example: “This assignment was cheeks.”

 

Bruhvna – An extension of “Bruh”, melded with “Gov’na’”, the simplification of governor. A fancy but friendly way to refer to a buddy. Better if paired with a posh accent.

Example:“Why thank you bruhvna,” He exclaimed eloquently.

 

Dome – A way of referring to the ol’ noggin.

Example: “Just thinkin’ off the dome…”

 

Redonkulous – A term to describe something that is incredibly ridiculous or dumb.

Example: “Redonkulous: this idea for a Funnies article.”