New Gen Z Slang 2025. Gen z uses unique slang, like ghosting and benching, to describe dating and relationship dynamics, often through abbreviations and creative phrases. So, take our quiz to see whether your use of language is boomer, millennial or gen z.
Hi, i’m callie holtermann, a reporter for the new york times’s style section who often writes about young people. Here are some of the top gen z slang words you need to know in 2025: