{"id":256296,"date":"2024-07-29T15:41:02","date_gmt":"2024-07-29T07:41:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wonderful-indigo-elk.62-72-47-242.cpanel.site\/girlypop-speak-eight-girlypop-slangs-that-are-recreating-language\/"},"modified":"2024-07-29T15:41:02","modified_gmt":"2024-07-29T07:41:02","slug":"girlypop-speak-eight-girlypop-slangs-that-are-recreating-language","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uptownmanila.com\/?p=256296","title":{"rendered":"Girlypop Parlance: Grasping Girlypop Slangs"},"content":{"rendered":"

The girlypops are at it again\u2014there\u2019s a new term in town!<\/p>\n

Keeping up with trends can be challenging, especially when it comes to the slang used by girlypops and even understanding who they are. They aren\u2019t strictly girls; whether a lady, gent, or nonbinary, one thing is certain: they\u2019re a girl\u2019s girl. They love hanging out with and looking out for their friends. Thus, this term is more of an endearment than a label. Girlypops are bubbly and enjoy adding a creative, fun twist to the mundane, much like pop stars in music! Because of this, they\u2019ve developed a lingo that\u2019s as distinctive as it is inventive\u2014finding more ways to reinvent language since classic literature!<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re feeling lost in this cultural shift, here\u2019s a list of words and phrases currently popular among girlypops:<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m So Julia\u201d<\/h3>\n

This phrase references Charli XCX\u2019s sixth album, the lime green \u201cbrat.\u201d In the album\u2019s lead track, \u201c360,\u201d Charli sings, \u201cI\u2019m everywhere, I\u2019m so Julia,\u201d referring to Julia Fox, known for her bold fashion trends in 2022. From a cutout latex dress with bare panels and a garment bag for a dress to a foil gown and ruffled bloomers over pants, Julia has been in the buzz left and right. <\/p>\n

By 2023, fashion trends replicated her style in many different ways. The sheer dresses, the exposed G-strings, the no-bra movement\u2013Julia was everywhere! So, when your friend says someone is \u201cso Julia,\u201d they\u2019re implying that this person is seen everywhere and is taking existing standards to new heights. In short, this person is iconic.<\/p>\n

Yapping<\/h3>\n

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What happens during a brunch date or a hangout with your girls? Do you just sit and talk, or do you sit and yap? In girlypop speak, \u201cyapping\u201d means talking a lot\u2014covering every topic imaginable from the latest trends, the juiciest gossip, up to random personal anecdotes. No subject is too profound or too trivial. But don\u2019t be mistaken: boring small talk has no place here. With yapping, even the things that are most familiar to you have the potential to be a mystery just waiting to be tapped. <\/p>\n

Let Him\/Her\/Them Cook<\/h3>\n

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This phrase isn\u2019t just for the kitchen. It\u2019s also used during long-winded conversations. When someone says this, it means letting someone speak even if you\u2019re unsure where they\u2019re going with it. Ever had a friend who takes forever to make their point but you stick around because you know it\u2019s going somewhere? That\u2019s letting them cook. It\u2019s about giving your friend the time and space to talk at their own pace, knowing that the end of it is worth the wait. <\/p>\n

You can use it for your own life updates or plans too! Instead of the ordinary, \u201cI\u2019m planning something,\u201d you could say, \u201cSomething\u2019s cooking.\u201d It adds an extra intrigue and excitement to what\u2019s simmering in your life. But don\u2019t say \u201cIt\u2019s all cooked\u201d or \u201cI\u2019m cooked\u201d when you\u2019re finished with the thing you are working on! That means you\u2019re done for\u2013and it\u2019s in the worst way possible. Like you\u2019ve made a mistake and there\u2019s no chance at redemption. Unless that is what you mean, say, \u201cDinner is served.\u201d Now, that means you owned that thing.<\/p>\n

Girl Dinner<\/h3>\n

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While continental dinners are for enjoying European cuisine and potluck dinners involve sharing dishes, a girl dinner is all about eating something purely for yourself, put together with what you already have. It could be as simple as a random assortment of snacks, a selection of side dishes, small portions of food, or a whole combination of these three. <\/p>\n

The point is, when combined, they create a satisfying meal. If you\u2019re dining solo and not in the mood to cook or clean up, treat yourself to a girl dinner. Beyond the food itself, there\u2019s an intimate satisfaction in enjoying a meal entirely dictated by your cravings and preferences, without any pressure or pretense.<\/p>\n

Delulu<\/h3>\n

This term goes beyond being a shorthand for “delusion.” It can be a silver lining amidst tough times, surprisingly providing encouragement when you don\u2019t know (or refuse to admit) that you need it. For instance, if you experience a wardrobe malfunction at an important life event, why not set aside the panic and humiliation, and instead be delulu? Convince yourself it\u2019s not as bad as it seems! Others would say it\u2019s a dismissive, avoidant approach to reality but, really, managing the curveballs that life throws at you are in the framing. If anything, you\u2019re confronting it, just taking a more positive turn with it. Denial? More like, delulu is the solulu!<\/p>\n

The Math Is Not \u201cMathing\u201d<\/h3>\n

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This isn\u2019t about mathematical operations. When the facts of a situation don\u2019t seem to make sense, \u201cthe math is not mathing.\u201d It\u2019s a playful twist on the expression \u201cit doesn\u2019t add up,\u201d and it can be applied to anything that seems off. For instance, when someone tries a fashion style and it is a little out of sync, you could say, \u201cthe fashion is not fashioning.\u201d When it\u2019s the makeup that is off, you could say \u201cthe makeup is not makeuping.\u201d It\u2019s fun, simple, and laid-back\u2013it makes those awkward moments when things don\u2019t quite meet expectations lighthearted. Of course, a full-bred girlypop will help to make it make sense and work. When that happens, you could catch them on the flip side, and they would say, \u201cthe math is mathing!\u201d<\/p>\n

Do It For The Plot<\/h3>\n

Because why not?<\/p>\n

This phrase is about doing something just for the sake of the story. It\u2019s a way of acknowledging yourself as a main character in a narrative. It\u2019s meant to be fun and thrilling, but who knows? Maybe the plot will take a dramatic turn. Whether it does or it does not, this phrase is a playful reminder to not take life too seriously. Sometimes, the best moments come from spontaneous decisions and unthinkable actions. You might be doing something that feels a bit out of character for you, but that\u2019s exactly the exciting part\u2014it\u2019s all for the plot! There is no way of knowing what happens next, if it will lead to regrets or major developments, unless you\u2019re there. Point is, the plot always progresses with a new lesson for you. <\/p>\n

Don\u2019t @ Me<\/h3>\n

Literally, it means don\u2019t mention someone on social media. But in a girlypop context, it\u2019s an ironic way to say, \u201cdon\u2019t call me out.\u201d If you face consequences for \u201cdoing it for the plot\u201d and you receive pushback or criticism, you can hide your face and say, \u201cdon\u2019t @ me!\u201d It\u2019s a girlypop way of saying, \u201cdon\u2019t call me out!\u201d But deep down, it can also be a cry for help. It\u2019s a perfect defense when you want them to skip past the judgment and offer understanding. So while the phrase sounds fun and unabashed, it\u2019s also wrapped in vulnerability that asks others to dial down the critique.<\/p>\n

This list could go on, but no list can truly capture all the girlypop lingo. It\u2019s so Julia. Between supporting their friends and finding fun in everyday language, girlypops have created a new parlance that reflects their vibrant personalities.<\/p>\n

Next time you hear girlypops yapping and sprinkling in these terms, just remember: it\u2019s all part of the fun and flair that makes their conversations so entertaining.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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