Gen Z Slang List

Explore popular Gen Z slang terms with definitions, examples, and cultural insights. Perfect for marketers, educators, and curious parents.

Snack

A lighthearted way of saying someone is very attractive—“looking like a snack.”

#attraction
#compliment
#flirty

Contextual Example:
“Girl, you’re a whole snack in that outfit.”

Synonyms / Related Terms:

  • Hot
  • Fine
  • Eye candy

Alternate Spellings / Variations:

  • Meal (upgraded version for even higher praise)

History & Evolution:
“Snack” as a compliment surfaced in hip-hop and social media, describing someone as visually appealing in a “tasty” sense. Gen Z popularized its everyday usage.

Cultural Relevance:
Reflects a playful, food-based approach to praising looks. Often accompanied by fire emojis.

Practical Usage:

  • Appropriateness & Tone: Casual, flirtatious.
  • Platform Popularity: Instagram captions, TikTok thirst traps.
  • Trend Status: Common, though some prefer “meal” for a bigger compliment.

Dos and Don’ts:

  • Do use it lightheartedly among friends or in a flirtatious context.
  • Don’t use it randomly with strangers—it can be awkward or unwelcome.

Common Misconceptions:

  • Some older listeners might think it’s literal food talk. It’s purely metaphorical.

Example in Pop Culture or Media:

  • Influencers caption selfies as “Serving snack realness.”

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