London

CHOONG /ˈtʃuːŋ/

Good-looking, attractive, or appealing. Used to describe someone or something that is aesthetically pleasing.

CHIRPSING /ˈtʃirpsiŋ/

Casual flirting or chatting someone up. Attempting to romantically pursue someone through conversation and charm.

LINK /ˈlink/

To meet up with friends or hang out. A casual term for arranging to spend time together.

IN ENDS /in ends/

In your local area or neighborhood. "Ends" refers to your area or territory, and being "in ends" means you're hanging…

WAVEY /ˈwavey/

Intoxicated, either drunk or high on drugs. Describes the unsteady, wavy feeling one gets when under the influence. Can also…

DENCH /ˈdentʃ/

Muscular, well-built, or generally excellent. Often used to describe someone who has successfully bulked up at the gym. Can also…

LIT /ˈlit/

Exciting, amazing, or a great party/event. Something that is highly entertaining or enjoyable. Adopted from American slang into British youth…

/ˈbləʊə/

The telephone. An old-fashioned British slang term for the phone that's still used today, particularly by older Londoners or in…

NORTHERNER /ˈnorθernə/

In London parlance, anyone who lives outside the M25 ring road that encircles Greater London. Despite geographical inaccuracy (as areas…

ROADMAN /ˈroadman/

A street-savvy individual, typically young and male, who knows the local area intimately. Often associated with urban street culture, they…