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Informal expressions and idioms used across the United States, shaped by regional dialects, AAVE, immigrant languages, the internet, and pop culture. American slang evolves quickly and is highly context-dependent, with meanings and usage varying by age, region, and setting.

Australian slang (Aussie/Strine) is known for playful shortenings and -ie/-o diminutives, a laid‑back, deadpan tone, and friendly directness (e.g., arvo, servo, brekkie, no worries). It blends British roots with local culture—city, surf, and bush—and incorporates some First Nations words, creating a distinct, down‑to‑earth voice.

Informal words and phrases from the United Kingdom—England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland—covering everyday Britishisms and regional slang (e.g., Cockney, Scouse, Geordie). Meanings and usage can vary by region and context.

Slang and colloquialisms used in Canada and Canadian English. Includes regional terms from across the provinces and territories, influences from French and Indigenous languages, and expressions tied to everyday life, weather, sports, and culture in Canada. Use this category for words and phrases common in Canada or uniquely Canadian concepts.

Gen Z slang is internet-native language popular with people born in the late 1990s–2010s, shaped by TikTok, gaming, and meme culture. It favors fast-changing catchphrases, clipped words, and playful irony that emphasize vibes, authenticity, and exaggeration. Meanings shift quickly and are highly context-dependent (e.g., rizz, no cap, slay, it’s giving).