20 slang words used by all California residents

In each state there is always something special and unique. One of the differences is the use of slang words. English can be a universal language that everyone is familiar with, but in some cities it was still possible to create your own. Slang words may be informal, but this is a very creative way to use English.

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Slang words are often understood only by people in a certain state, so using them can help someone find out where the interlocutor is from. But over time, new terms and words are formed, and the more slang you know, the easier it will be for you to become your own and make new friends.

Do you know that there are many slang words from California? They really like slang words, as it adds color and character to their language. You may have heard some of them, as these terms have spread throughout the English world through Hollywood and music. Some often sound on the streets and beaches of the state. Edition California limited collected 20 slang words spoken by people from California.

1. Hella

This word can be used as an abbreviated term for "a hell lot of", but in California it is used to mean the words "very" ("very") and "really" ("really").

“It's a hella beautiful place!”

“We are having a hella wonderful time!”

2. Butthurt

This term is used when a person is sad or angry due to some thing or event.

“He's butthurt 'cause he did not win on our bet“

“You might get butthurt if she won't answer your call”

3. Bro

This word is used in many states. So they call a friend or even a complete stranger. It is also a friendly way to call someone.

“Hey Bro, are you new here?”

“Bro! Want to join? ”

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4. Cruise

This is not a cruise from one country to another, but the word that Californians use to denote the concept of "come" or "leave."

“Why don't you cruise to my place for some drinks?”

“I'm going to cruise. I'll work early tomorrow ”

5. Tryna

This is usually an abbreviated term for “trying to”, but in California it replaces the words “do you like to”, “would you want to”.

“Tryna dance?”

“Tryna look good?”

6. Yee

This is another way to say yes.

1: “Are you going to the skate park?”

2: “Yee! Sure I am! ”

7. A grip

Used to describe a significantly large number or something countless.

“That's a grip of bolts”

“I ate a grip of sandwiches”

8. Thanks

This is a substitute for "good."

“This place is dank! I'll visit it again. ”

“It's one dank day! Hope it's like this every day! ”

9. Bomb

Not a literal explosive, but a term used when you really like someone or something. This is usually heard from guys when they see some gorgeous girl.

“This skate is really a bomb”

“She's a bomb!”

10. Heavy

It means a very sad feeling or emotion.

“The scene where their friend died was really heavy”

“It feel heavy when I see street children”

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11. Gnarly

This term is derived from surfers in Southern California. It is usually used by surfers in describing something extreme, whether surprising or terrible.

“This beach's waves are gnarly!”

“It one gnarly day!”

12. SoCal / NorCallus

This abbreviation is SoCal for Southern California and NorCal for Northern California.

“Hey Dude! I'm from SoCal! ”

“There are a lot of beautiful places in NorCal!”

13. Swoop

The term means “pick up”. Some use this term as “steal”.

“John, swoop me at 5 pm”

“Let's swoop the cake at the mall!”

14. Yadadamean

This is an abbreviated term for “you know what I mean”, “I understand” (“You know what I mean”, “I understand”). It can also be shortened to yadada.

Father: “Don't stay up to late, ok?”

Son: “Yadada!”

1: “He's just too predictive, yadada?”

2: “Yee, he really is”

15. Coo

Acronym for “cool”

1: “Let's play basketball after class”

2: “That'll be great!”

1: “Coo!”

16. Bum

The term used to borrow / have

“I'll let you bum 5 bucks”

“Go bum your Dad's car!

17. Post up

Used when you tell someone to stand or wait

“Son, just post up. 'll be back ”

“Post up! You'll be called soon ”

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18. To rock

Something to wear or accessories with style. It may also mean that you will be at your best with the specified outfit or item.

“Dude! I'm gonna rock it with this shirt on! ”

“I only rock with sneaks”

19. June Gloom

It's June day when the sky is gray

“It's June gloom again, it feels so blue”

“I hope June gloom will be over soon”

20. The industry

This is an abbreviation for the entertainment industry. If you're in the movies in Southern California, you're in the industry.

“Are you working in The Industry?”

“The Industry is just too complicated”

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