Finding a golden retriever boyfriend is not the easiest task, let alone the loyl. Throw in dating slang that can be confusing as hell to understand and it’s enough for anyone to tap out of the romance game.
However, we love love and love and if we can help Cosmo girlies on their quest to find the one, then we’re here for it.
Want to be in the know when it comes to the latest dating lingo? Keep reading as translation experts at Localazy have revealed some of the most popular Gen Z dating slang phrase meanings that you need to know if you want to keep up with the latest dating vocabulary.
Pookie: Pookie is a nickname that you call your best friend or someone you really love. TikTok videos tagged with #pookie often include users referring to friends, partners, celebrities, or objects in an affectionate tone.
Beige Flag: Beige flag is the newest slang to take over from red flag. It’s described as something that’s neither good nor bad but makes a person pause for a minute when it’s noticed and is usually something odd but wholesome.
Rizz: Rizz is defined as how successful someone is at attracting or flirting with due to their charismatic personality or silent charm.
Hard launch: A sudden and purposeful announcement of a romantic relationship, usually announced on social media with a post of the partner.
Soft launch: A soft launch is a subtle inclusion of the person you’re dating into your online presence without fully revealing who it is, such as a picture of a leg or arm in a photo of a restaurant.
Benching: Benching is when someone is liked enough to keep seeing them but not enough to be in a serious relationship with them, so they are kept as a backup option while still dating around.
Situationship: A situationship is an undefined relationship, an intimate and/or sexual relationship where two people aren’t single but are not dating either.
Jakub Dubec from Localazy commented: “Gen Z has developed its own unique dating lingo that reflects the ever-evolving landscape of dating, relationships and social media. Whilst dating can be scary, staying up-to-date with the latest dating lingo enables individuals to stay informed about the current dating trends and norms, which can empower them to make better decisions on their own dating experiences. By fully understanding the latest dating language, people can enter the dating world with more confidence and enhance their overall dating experience.”
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