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# Gen Z slang for dating

47 terms filed under dating, each with what it means and how to use it.

- [beige flag](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/beige-flag/): A quirky but harmless trait in a partner that is neither good nor bad.
- [simp](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/simp/): Someone who does too much to win another person's affection.
- [situationship](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/situationship/): An undefined romantic relationship that sits somewhere between friendship and dating.
- [gyat](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/gyat/): An exclamation of surprise or admiration, often at someone's attractive figure; from god damn.
- [BB](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/bb/): Short for babe or baby, used affectionately, often for friends.
- [FBOI](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/fboi/): A man who pursues women mainly for casual sex without commitment.
- [zaddy](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/zaddy/): A handsome, stylish, confident, well-dressed older man.
- [boo'd up](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/boo-d-up/): Being in a happy romantic relationship or coupled up.
- [real one](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/real-one/): A genuine, trustworthy, loyal person you can truly count on.
- [soft launch](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/soft-launch/): To hint at a new relationship online without fully showing who the person is.
- [rizzler](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/rizzler/): Someone highly skilled at flirting and charming others.
- [hard launch](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/hard-launch/): To show off a new relationship online clearly and on purpose, face and all.
- [shorty](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/shorty/): An attractive young woman; a term for a female love interest.
- [fruity](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/fruity/): Suggesting that someone or something is gay or flamboyant.
- [pulling](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/pulling/): Successfully attracting romantic or sexual interest.
- [ick](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/ick/): A sudden feeling of disgust or turn-off toward someone you were attracted to.
- [catch feels](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/catch-feels/): To develop romantic feelings or attachment for someone.
- [rizz](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/rizz/): Charm or skill at flirting and attracting romantic interest; short for charisma.
- [zombie](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/zombie/): A former romantic interest who ghosts you and later resurfaces.
- [attention whore](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/attention-whore/): A hostile term for someone the speaker thinks deliberately provokes reactions to be noticed.
- [BDE](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/bde/): Big d--- energy: an air of relaxed, quiet, unbothered confidence.
- [boo](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/boo/): A term of endearment for a romantic partner or significant other.
- [breadcrumbing](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/breadcrumbing/): Leading someone on with sporadic attention to keep them interested without commitment.
- [curve](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/curve/): To reject or turn down someone's romantic or sexual advances.
- [delusionship](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/delusionship/): A one-sided relationship that exists mostly in someone's imagination.
- [don't do me dirty](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/don-t-do-me-dirty/): A plea not to betray, mistreat, or embarrass someone; do not cross me.
- [down bad](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/down-bad/): Down bad is often used when someone is craving affection or validation, often humorously.
- [green flag](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/green-flag/): A positive sign of healthy behavior in a person or relationship.
- [left on read](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/left-on-read/): When someone reads your message but does not reply.
- [pick-me girl](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/pick-me-girl/): A girl who overtly seeks male approval by putting down other women.
- [red flag](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/red-flag/): A warning sign of unhealthy or concerning behavior.
- [sneaky link](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/sneaky-link/): A secret romantic or sexual partner kept hidden from others.
- [thirsty](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/thirsty/): Openly desperate for attention, approval, or romantic interest.
- [valid](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/valid/): Valid is often used to affirm that someone's feelings or opinions are reasonable or supported.
- [smooth](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/smooth/): Skilled at flirting or charming others.
- [main squeeze](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/main-squeeze/): A person's primary romantic partner.
- [game](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/game/): Ability to attract romantic or sexual interest.
- [bae](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/bae/): A romantic partner; a term of endearment shortened from babe, popular in the early 2010s.
- [smooth operator](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/smooth-operator/): Someone who is notably skilled at charming or attracting romantic interest.
- [ship](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/ship/): To endorse or wish for two people to be in a romantic relationship; short for relationship.
- [ghosting](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/ghosting/): Abruptly ending all contact with someone without explanation.
- [better half](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/better-half/): Affectionate term for a romantic partner.
- [free love](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/free-love/): The idea of engaging in casual sexual relationships without traditional commitment.
- [friends with benefits](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/friends-with-benefits/): A friendship that includes casual sexual activity without a committed relationship.
- [hard up](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/hard-up/): Desperate or strongly in need of something, including affection.
- [Netflix and chill](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/netflix-and-chill/): Casual invitation to watch shows together, often implying a romantic or intimate hangout.
- [no strings attached](https://genzdecoded.com/dictionary/no-strings-attached/): A relationship or arrangement without commitment or obligations.

Go deeper

## Full guides to these words

- [bae](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/bae/)
- [bb](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/bb/)
- [BDE](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/bde/)
- [beige flag](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/beige-flag/)
- [boo’d up](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/boo-d-up/)
- [delusionship](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/delusionship/)
- [fboi](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/fboi/)
- [game](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/game/)
- [gyat](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/gyat/)
- [main squeeze](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/main-squeeze/)
- [rizz](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/rizz/)
- [rizzler](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/rizzler/)
- [ship](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/ship/)
- [shorty](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/shorty/)
- [simp](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/simp/)
- [situationship](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/situationship/)
- [smooth](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/smooth/)
- [the ick](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/ick/)
- [zaddy](https://genzdecoded.com/blog/zaddy/)

Across the generations

## How every generation says it

- [How every generation says attractive person](https://genzdecoded.com/how-to-say/attractive-person/)
- [How every generation says that's excellent](https://genzdecoded.com/how-to-say/thats-excellent/)

More topics

## Slang for other topics

- [social](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/social/)
- [internet](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/internet/)
- [lifestyle](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/lifestyle/)
- [bad](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/criticism/)
- [cool](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/approval/)
- [emotions](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/emotion/)
- [appearance](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/appearance/)
- [reaction](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/reaction/)
- [funny](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/humor/)
- [drugs](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/drugs/)
- [honesty](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/honesty/)
- [gaming](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/gaming/)
- [money](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/money/)
- [mature](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/mature/)
- [speech](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/speech/)
- [safety](https://genzdecoded.com/slang-for/safety/)