Generation Z, popularly known as Gen Z’s, are known for vibe! As a millennial or a Gen Z by just age, not trait, it would be difficult for you to communicate with a Gen Z because you will just be hearing different slangs you are unfamiliar with. But guess what? Trybe City is here to be your tutor
1. E choke: This phrase describes a situation that is overwhelming or very impressive. It has become popular in the Nigerian Gen Z vocabulary and was coined by the popular Nigerian afrobeat star, Davido.
2. Aza: If you don’t know the meaning of this word, you might not be considered a confirmed Gen Z. Aza refers to account details. Someone may request your ‘Aza’ for a giveaway, as in ‘Send me your Aza.’ This word evokes certain feelings associated with it.
3. Ajebo: This phrase describes a person who was born with a silver spoon, loves a privileged life, and does not face hardships.
4. Salty: This term is used to refer to feelings of jealousy or bitterness.
5. Clapback: This refers to a fitting response, particularly one that stings, often directed towards someone who has criticized or insulted you.
6. Knack: Though trending, this term refers to getting laid in Nigerian Gen Z slang.
7. Gbege: Simply put, it means trouble or problem.
8. Big Yikes: This expression conveys a high level of embarrassment or discomfort.
9. Kpai: A popular term meaning dead or resulting in death.
10. Sapa: Commonly used by Nigerian Gen Z to describe a state of extreme brokenness or poverty.
11. Komot: Equivalent to ‘get out of the way’ or ‘go away’ in Nigerian pidgin.
12. Ment: Short for ‘mental,’ used to question someone’s state of sanity, as in ‘You dey ment?’
13. Cheugy: Describes something that is not cool.
14. Japa: A popular term meaning to flee or escape, but to Nigerian Gen Z, it means to travel out of the country in search of better opportunities.
15. Cap: Originally meaning a covering for the head, in Gen Z slang, it means a lie or deception.”
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