Decoding TikTok's Latest Slang: From 67 to Boysober and Beyond

TikTok and online communities keep creating new slang terms at a rapid pace. Many of these phrases have spread far beyond their original platforms. Some reflect humour, while others describe trends or social behaviours in a few words.

The latest batch includes everything from playful nonsense to coded language for avoiding moderation.

A few terms play on numbers or symbols for humour or hidden meanings. The phrase 6-7 or 67 doesn’t actually mean anything—it’s just used for jokes. Meanwhile, 304 has become slang for a derogatory term about women, and 4+4 is another way to say someone ate—meaning they did something exceptionally well, often with style. The low battery emoji now signals emotional exhaustion or heartbreak.

Some phrases describe social dynamics or personality traits. An *alpha male* refers to the dominant figure in a male group, while *based* means someone who’s confidently independent. A *baddie* is a compliment for a bold, rebellious woman, and *aura* describes someone who seems effortlessly cool. *Aura farming* can either mean naturally exuding coolness or trying too hard to appear mysterious. Food and lifestyle habits have their own terms too. *Boy kibble* is a joking name for simple meals like rice and ground beef that young men often eat. *Bed-rotting* means spending an entire day in bed, usually out of laziness or low mood. *Boysober* describes someone who has decided to avoid sex for a while. Relationships and dating get their own slang as well. The *80/20 Rule* is a controversial idea in some online circles about how men should approach dating. An *Alpine divorce* is a dark joke about a man abandoning his partner during a hike. The phrase *you the birthday* is a lighthearted way to say someone is amazing. Pop culture and memes inspire other terms. *Baby Boo Syndrome* pokes fun at people obsessed with Baby Boo memes. *Boy aquarium* is a humorous nickname for hockey games, while *Scientology speedrun* refers to young people rushing into a Scientology building to act silly until they’re kicked out. The phrase *that’s AI* is used when someone doubts what another person is saying. Music and fashion have their own expressions too. A *bop* can mean either a great song or, in some contexts, a derogatory term for a woman. The word *ate* (or *eat*) celebrates someone who looked particularly good, often in an outfit. The term *boombayah* is a playful way to refer to sex, and *catch a fade* means getting into a physical fight. Japanese words and internet culture also mix in. *Baka* means *crazy* or *foolish* in Japanese but is often used jokingly online. *Lowkenuinely* blends *low-key* and *genuinely* to express quiet sincerity. The phrase *7x7=49* humorously describes a man who’s obviously attractive, while *beez* is shorthand for *I am always*.

These terms show how quickly online language evolves, blending humour, cultural references, and coded meanings. Some may fade away, while others could stick around in everyday conversation. For now, they offer a snapshot of how younger generations and internet communities communicate.