Casual Language

adjective alright can be used as an adjective to describe something as satisfactory or acceptable.

adverb alright can be used as an adverb to indicate that something is done in an acceptable or satisfactory manner.

• The results of the experiment were alright, but there is room for improvement.
• I'll meet you at the park at 3, alright?
• She's been feeling a bit down lately, but she's alright now.
• Even though things may seem tough right now, everything will be alright in the end.

noun a disappointing or unpleasant situation or event

adjective used to describe something that is disappointing or unfortunate

• It was quite a bummer that the project got delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.
• I can't believe we missed the bus, what a bummer!
• Losing my phone right before the trip was a total bummer.
• Ending the relationship was a bummer, but it was necessary for my well-being.

verb to distribute or serve something, typically food or punishment

• The chef will dish out the appetizers to the guests at the event.
• I'll dish out the snacks for movie night tonight.
• She loves to dish out the gossip about everyone in town.
• The coach will dish out tough love to the players during practice.

noun a person's preference or choice in a matter

• Given the opportunity, I would choose to go with my druthers and pursue further education.
• If I had my druthers, I'd spend all day at the beach.
• I'd pick pizza for dinner if it were up to my druthers.
• In an ideal world, everyone would get their druthers and live their dreams.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

• Despite facing challenges, everything is fine and dandy in our organization.
• Don't worry about me, I'm feeling fine and dandy.
• I thought I was in trouble, but it turned out everything was fine and dandy.
• The project seemed doomed at first, but with some adjustments, it's now fine and dandy.

noun a person who acts unwisely or imprudently

verb to engage in aimless or silly behavior

• It is not appropriate to fool around during work hours.
• Let's just fool around and have some fun tonight.
• Stop fooling around and get to work!
• He needs to stop fooling around and start taking his responsibilities seriously.

noun a conversation or discussion that is not meaningful or productive

• Engaging in idle talk during work hours is not conducive to productivity.
• Stop with the idle talk and let's get down to business.
• I'm not interested in your idle talk, I have better things to do.
• His mind was filled with idle talk, preventing him from focusing on the task at hand.

noun informal term for pajamas or sleepwear

• The doctor prescribed a sedative to help with her jimjams.
• I can't sleep without my cozy jimjams on.
• I love lounging around in my comfy jimjams all day.
• His nervousness before the big presentation gave him the jimjams.

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb; in this case, 'just about' modifies the verb or adjective it is paired with

preposition shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence; in this case, 'just about' indicates a close approximation or estimate

• The project is just about complete and ready for presentation.
• I'm just about ready to leave for the party.
• I'm just about done with this assignment, thank goodness.
• Her patience is just about running out with all the delays.

verb to joke or play around in a lighthearted manner

• It is important to maintain a professional demeanor at work and not kid around too much.
• We can kid around and have some fun, but let's make sure to get our work done too.
• Let's just kid around and mess around with each other, it'll be fun.
• Sometimes it's hard to tell when he's being serious or just kidding around.

verb to joke or play around in a light-hearted manner

• I assure you, I am not kidding when I say this project is of utmost importance.
• I'm not kidding, that movie was so bad it was actually funny.
• Are you kidding me? That party was lit!
• She's always kidding around, but deep down she's very serious about her work.

noun a feeling of slight anger or annoyance

verb to annoy or irritate

• Her constant criticism of my work really seemed to miff me.
• I was really miffed when my favorite show got canceled.
• I was totally miffed when he didn't invite me to the party.
• The unexpected rain miffed our plans for a picnic.

noun a slang term for money or cash

• The company reported a significant increase in moolah from their latest quarter earnings.
• I can't wait to hit the jackpot and make some serious moolah!
• I'm hustling hard to stack up that sweet moolah.
• She believed that happiness doesn't always come with a hefty amount of moolah.

noun a way or method

adverb used to emphasize a negative statement

• There is no way to predict the outcome of the experiment without further data.
• No way! I can't believe you're going skydiving next weekend.
• No way, dude! That concert was totally lit!
• There's no way I'm going to let you down when you need me the most.

adjective without previous thought or preparation

adverb without previous thought or preparation

• I cannot provide an offhand estimate without conducting a thorough analysis.
• I can't think of it offhand, but I'll get back to you on that.
• I'm not sure offhand, but I'll look it up for you.
• Offhand remarks can sometimes lead to misunderstandings.

noun a close friend or companion

• I consider him to be my close friend and confidant, or what some might call a pal.
• Hey pal, can you pass me the remote?
• Me and my pal are heading to the beach for some fun in the sun.
• The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the landscape as if bidding farewell to its pal, the earth.

noun trivial or nonsensical talk or ideas

• The professor dismissed the student's argument as mere piffle.
• Don't listen to him, he's just talking piffle.
• Stop spouting that piffle, it's annoying.
• Her excuses were nothing but piffle in the face of the evidence.

adjective feeling or showing anger or annoyance

• She was visibly upset and expressed her dissatisfaction in a professional manner.
• She was really pissed off about the situation and didn't hold back her feelings.
• She was totally pissed about what happened and couldn't believe it.
• The news of their betrayal really pissed her off and shattered her trust.

noun a vulgar slang term for feces

verb to defecate

• The farmer used manure to fertilize his crops.
• I stepped in dog shit on the way to work.
• I can't believe he said that, what a load of shit.
• Dealing with that difficult client was like wading through shit.

adjective A term used to describe something of poor quality or unpleasantness.

• The quality of the product was subpar, resulting in a rather lackluster and disappointing experience.
• The movie was so shitty, I walked out halfway through.
• I can't believe you're still using that shitty old phone.
• Her attitude towards the project was really shitty, she didn't put in any effort at all.

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, indicating a certain degree or manner

preposition shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• The experiment yielded some sort of unexpected results.
• I'm feeling sort of tired after a long day at work.
• That movie was sort of lame, don't you think?
• Her words were a sort of dagger to his heart.

adjective certain or confident without doubt

adverb in a confident or positive manner

• I am sure that the data provided is accurate.
• Sure, I can give you a ride to the party.
• Sure thing, I'll hook you up with some tickets.
• She sure knows how to pull at my heartstrings.

noun a small amount or degree; a bit

• The recipe calls for a tad of salt to enhance the flavors.
• Just add a tad more sugar to make it sweeter.
• I only need a tad of cash to buy that new game.
• She felt a tad overwhelmed by the amount of work on her plate.

noun vomit or the act of vomiting

verb to vomit

• The young child suddenly felt nauseous and proceeded to upchuck all over the floor.
• I can't believe you upchucked in the car after that roller coaster ride!
• He had way too much to drink and ended up upchucking in the bushes outside the party.
• The thought of public speaking always makes me feel like I'm going to upchuck from nerves.

noun a loud cry of joy or excitement

verb to utter a whoop

• The audience gave a polite whoop of approval after the pianist's performance.
• When the DJ played their favorite song, the crowd let out a loud whoop.
• I let out a whoop when I found out we were getting pizza for dinner.
• The team let out a collective whoop as they scored the winning goal.

noun an exclamation of disgust or distaste

interjection used to express disgust or distaste

• The taste of the medicine was quite unpleasant, yuck.
• I tried the new food but it was gross, yuck!
• I accidentally stepped in dog poop, yuck!
• The thought of having to work on the weekend is just yuck.

noun a slang term meaning 'nothing' or 'zero'; used to indicate the absence of something

• After conducting thorough research, the scientists found zilch evidence to support the hypothesis.
• I searched everywhere for my keys, but came up with zilch.
• I've been applying to jobs all week, but I've gotten zilch in response.
• Despite his efforts, he felt like he was getting zilch in return for his hard work.

interjection used to express disbelief, annoyance, or exasperation

• The professor let out a quiet 'sheesh' when he saw the students' lack of preparation for the exam.
• Sheesh, I can't believe how long this line is at the grocery store.
• Sheesh, that movie was lit!
• After hearing the news, sheesh, it felt like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders.

noun a small amount of money, typically considered insignificant or of little value

• The amount of money he offered was merely chump change compared to the total cost of the project.
• I found some chump change in the couch cushions and used it to buy a snack.
• Don't worry about it, it's just chump change.
• To him, a thousand dollars was just chump change, he was used to dealing with much larger sums.

adjective an offensive slang term used to describe someone or something as unpleasant, annoying, or irritating

• The professor was appalled by the student's use of the term 'asshatty' in their research paper.
• I can't believe you said that, you're being so asshatty right now.
• Stop being such an asshatty jerk, nobody likes that attitude.
• His behavior was so asshatty, it was like he was trying to pick a fight with everyone.

noun a slang term for a beer or alcoholic beverage

• After a long day at work, he decided to unwind with a cold brewski.
• Hey, wanna grab a brewski after work?
• Let's crack open a brewski and chill.
• She needed a mental brewski to relax and clear her mind.

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb or a word group, expressing a relation of place, time, circumstance, manner, cause, degree, etc.

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it)

interjection an abrupt remark, made especially as an aside or interruption

• Is that so? Could you provide more details to support your claim?
• Is that so? I didn't know that, thanks for sharing!
• Is that so? No way, that's crazy!
• Is that so? It's like finding a needle in a haystack.

noun a small movement or adjustment, typically made to make more space or to get comfortable

• Could you please scooch over a bit so there's room for everyone at the table?
• Hey, scooch over and make some space for me on the couch.
• I had to scooch past the crowd to get to the front of the line.
• She had to scooch her way through the dense forest to find the hidden treasure.

noun nonsense or foolishness; something that is untrue or fabricated

• The claim made by the suspect was proven to be nothing but bullcrap.
• I can't believe you fell for her bullcrap excuse.
• Stop feeding me that bullcrap, I know the truth.
• His promises turned out to be just a pile of bullcrap.

noun A shortened informal term for spaghetti.

• The restaurant served a delicious plate of spaghetti with homemade Spag sauce.
• Let's grab some Spag for dinner tonight.
• I'm craving some Spag right now.
• His explanation was so convoluted, it was like trying to untangle a plate of Spag.

noun a derogatory term used to describe someone who is foolish or incompetent

• The politician referred to his opponent as a jackwagon during the debate.
• I can't believe that jackwagon cut me off in traffic.
• Stop acting like a jackwagon and just do your job.
• His behavior at the party was so obnoxious, he might as well have arrived riding a jackwagon.

noun A word used to name a person, place, thing, or idea. In this context, 'something' is a noun that refers to an unspecified action or task that cannot be done.

verb A word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence. In this context, 'do' is a verb that indicates the action that cannot be performed due to the lack of energy or motivation.

adjective A word that describes or gives more information about a noun. In this context, 'shagged' is used as an adjective to express exhaustion or lack of energy.

preposition A word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence. In this context, 'to' is a preposition that indicates the purpose or intention of the action described by 'shagged'.

• I can't be shagged to attend the meeting tomorrow as I have prior commitments.
• I can't be shagged to clean my room right now, I'm too tired.
• I can't be shagged to study for that exam, I'll just wing it.
• I can't be shagged to deal with the drama in the office anymore, I'm looking for a new job.

interjection used to express joy, approval, or excitement

• The team's hard work paid off and they were able to secure the deal. Yay!
• Yay! We finally made it to the beach after a long drive.
• Yay, we aced that test without even studying!
• The crowd cheered and shouted 'yay' as the performer took a bow.

adjective unenthusiastic or unimpressive

interjection used to express indifference or lack of enthusiasm

• The quality of the product was just meh, not exceptional.
• I asked him how the movie was and he said 'meh', so I didn't bother watching it.
• I tried that new restaurant everyone was raving about, but honestly it was meh.
• Her performance in the play was meh, she lacked emotion and enthusiasm.

noun a slang term for a close friend or companion

• I invited my childhood homie to the formal dinner party.
• Hey homie, let's grab some pizza and chill tonight.
• Me and my homie are hitting up the club tonight.
• My trusty old guitar is like a homie that never lets me down.

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

adjective a word naming an attribute of a noun, such as sweet, red, or technical

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it, this)

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

interjection an abrupt remark, made especially as an aside or interruption

article a particular item or object, typically one of a specified type

• It is unfortunate that you are in this situation.
• Sucks to be you, dude.
• You're screwed, man.
• You're in a tough spot, buddy.

adverb to a great extent or degree

• I appreciate your help muchly in completing this project on time.
• Thanks so muchly for inviting me to the party!
• I love you muchly, you're the best!
• His kindness towards others is muchly admired by everyone.

noun IDK is an acronym commonly used in informal communication to mean 'I don't know'. It is a noun in this context as it refers to a state of not having knowledge or information.

pronoun In some cases, 'IDK' can be used as a pronoun to replace a subject or object in a sentence, although this usage is less common.

interjection IDK can also function as an interjection, expressing uncertainty or lack of knowledge in a casual or informal manner.

• I am not sure about the answer to that question, IDK.
• IDK what time the party starts, sorry.
• IDK where my phone is, I think I lost it.
• When it comes to relationships, sometimes it's like playing a game of IDK.

adjective confused or bewildered; in a state of mental fuzziness

• The complex instructions left the new employees feeling confuzzled.
• I'm so confuzzled by all these different rules and regulations.
• I was totally confuzzled by her explanation of the latest slang terms.
• His mind was confuzzled with thoughts of what could have been.

adjective used informally to mean 'very' or 'a lot of'

adverb used as an intensifier to emphasize the degree or extent of something

interjection used to express emphasis or strong feeling

• The amount of data collected by the research team was hella impressive.
• I had hella fun at the concert last night.
• She's hella cool, I love hanging out with her.
• His dedication to the project was hella inspiring.