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Street Slang Dictionary

Explore 1293 local slang words, idioms, and expressions from around the world.

Amsterdam Slang

All right / Okay / Alright

AFC Ajax (Amsterdam professional football club)

Albert Cuyp Market (famous street market in Amsterdam)

als een paal boven water staan

To be crystal clear / To be beyond doubt

anti-squat (temporary housing to prevent squatting)

Johan Cruyff ArenA (stadium)

late-night convenience store

Prison, jail. Authentic Bargoens underworld cant derived from Romani 'baro khér' (big house).

A district in Amsterdam Zuidoost, initially known for its large-scale modernist residential blocks, now a multicultural hub.

A handsome, strong, or confident man; a stud or hunk

Deep-fried, crispy meatballs, typically served as a snack with mustard, popular in Dutch bars.

An informal get-together or social gathering, typically in the late afternoon or early evening, involving drinks and snacks.

A district in Amsterdam-West, known for its diverse population, modernist architecture, and local markets.

A traditional, cozy Dutch pub or bar, characterized by its dark, often wood-paneled interior and informal atmosphere.

Bye / Let's go / Enough

Going to nightclubs

community garden

Centraal Station (Central Station)

cultureel centrum

cultural center

The Dam Square in Amsterdam

de bloemetjes buiten zetten

To paint the town red / To have a good time

A lively neighborhood in Amsterdam known for its market (Albert Cuypmarkt), cafés, and restaurants.

Dude / Guy / Mate (often young)

een bakkie doen

To have a cup of coffee

Hey / Hello (informal greeting)

A well-known Dutch fast-food chain famous for its 'automatiek' concept where snacks like kroketten can be bought from a wall.

fietsenstalling

bicycle parking facility

bicycle horn/bell

A small glass of draft beer (typically 200ml), common in Dutch bars, often preferred to keep the beer colder and fresher.

Friend, buddy; also refers to a specific Dutch subculture and music genre

Rabble, riff-raff, scum (derogatory term for a group of people)

Fun, joke, prank (often playful mischief)

Cozy, convivial, pleasant, sociable

gezelligheid kent geen tijd

Good times know no time / Time flies when you're having fun

The historic canal belt of Amsterdam, a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its elegant 17th-century canal houses.

Canal race (often rowing or swimming)

Gemeentelijk Vervoerbedrijf (Amsterdam's public transport company)

Running / Jogging

Unfortunately, alas

helaas pindakaas

Too bad (literally: unfortunately peanut butter)

Raw or lightly pickled herring (haring), often served with chopped onions and pickles, a Dutch delicacy.

Trendy / Cool / Hip

Annoying / Problematic person or situation (literally 'headache')

The body of water separating Amsterdam North from the city center

IJ Tunnel (under the IJ river)

Indeed, that's right, exactly

A diverse and multicultural neighborhood in Amsterdam Oost, named after streets with names from the former Dutch East Indies.

A pity, too bad, unfortunate

Johan Cruyff ArenA (stadium, abbreviated)

The traditional juniper-flavored national spirit of the Netherlands and Belgium, often considered the precursor to gin.

Great, nice, splendid, good-looking

A historic and picturesque neighborhood in Amsterdam, known for its narrow streets, canals, and 'brown cafés'.

A resident of the Jordaan district; also refers to the local dialect

Fucking / Damn / Very (as an intensifier, derogatory)

To stop / To cut it out / To quit

That's correct, it's true, agreed

King's Day (Dutch national holiday)

A deep-fried, cylindrical snack with a ragout filling (often beef), commonly served on bread or from a 'FEBO' automatiek.

Nice, tasty, good, pleasing

Doing great / Good job / Keep it up

Fun, nice, enjoyable, cute

Gone / Leave / Away

Crazy, silly, weird

A famous narrow wooden drawbridge over the Amstel river

real estate agent

Luck, good fortune; also used as 'goodbye' (like 'cheers')

met de deur in huis vallen

To get straight to the point / To come straight to the point

Nickname for Amsterdam

Tokens (used at festivals/events for drinks/food)

A large public square in Amsterdam housing major museums

Beanie / Hat (winter hat)

muurschildering

NDSM Wharf (former shipyard, now cultural hotspot in Amsterdam Noord)

A large district in the west of Amsterdam, characterized by its post-war garden cities, green spaces, and diverse communities.

Nephew / Friend (close, homie)

Amsterdam-Noord (North Amsterdam borough)

Oh well, well, never mind, anyway

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (Dutch Railways)

NS train station (Nederlandse Spoorwegen - Dutch Railways)

nu komt de aap uit de mouw

Now the truth comes out / The cat is out of the bag

Amsterdam-Oost (East Amsterdam borough)

By bike / On the bicycle

A diverse and bustling district in Amsterdam, west of the city center, known for its cultural venues and markets.

public transport chip card

French fries or chips, often served with various sauces like mayonnaise, satay sauce, or curry ketchup.

Sneakers / Shoes

Broke, penniless, or gone (fled the scene). From Yiddish 'b'royte' via Bargoens.

small ferry (diminutive of 'pont')

Temporary establishment (e.g., shop, restaurant, bar)

Fine, excellent, alright

Large dance party with electronic music

Short for Rijksmuseum

Amsterdam's orbital motorway (A10 ring road)

noise/commotion

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

To look at / To check out / To observe

Broke / Penniless

Broke times / Hard times financially

butcher / butcher shop

lock (for boats)

Cop, police officer (often derogatory or informal)

To chill / To hang out / To relax

Gym / Fitness center

a large sum of money

street performer / street artist

street musician/busker

Tight / Sleek / Tidy / Well-organized / On point

Streetwear (clothing style)

Warrior / Fighter (often positive, for a tough or resilient person)

A traditional Dutch cookie made from two thin layers of baked dough with a caramel-like syrup filling in the middle.

student finance

Asshole / Idiot (derogatory)

Genre of electronic dance music

Prostitute, whore (highly derogatory and offensive)

Outdoor cafe seating, small terrace

Nice, cool, great (often used with 'een tofe gozer' = a cool guy)

Tram / Streetcar

Dutch open-faced sandwich (usually with fried eggs, ham/cheese)

to move (residence)

Vintage (clothing/items from a previous era)

Football / Soccer

A large public urban park in Amsterdam

Owners' Association (Vereniging van Eigenaars)

The Red Light District in Amsterdam

Amsterdam-West (West Amsterdam borough)

A large park and cultural complex in Amsterdam-West, housing a variety of cultural events, restaurants, and creative businesses.

The tower of the Westerkerk church, a prominent Amsterdam landmark

Cycling (road racing)

I swear to God / Seriously / Really

A former borough in Amsterdam Oost, now part of Oost, known for its islands, modern architecture, and waterfront living.

Amsterdam-Zuid (South Amsterdam borough)

Buenos Aires & Argentina Slang

To steal / to rob (street slang).

Beer (from Italian 'birra').

boludo / boluda

Versatile term meaning 'dude/mate' among close friends (can also mean 'idiot' depending on tone).

Bus (from English 'bondy' or Italian influence).

chamuyo / chamuyar

Smooth talk / to sweet-talk or bullshit someone.

Iconic Argentine call to attention: 'Hey!', 'Dude!', or 'Listen!'.

Laziness / not wanting to do anything (the feeling of zero motivation).

Money / cash (classic Lunfardo).

To work (from 'laburo').

Work / job (Lunfardo origin from Italian 'lavoro').

Girl / woman (casual, can be affectionate or neutral).

To eat (very informal, Lunfardo).

Food / meal (related to 'morfar').

Kid / guy / girl (casual, friendly).

Clothes / outfit (old Lunfardo still used).

Really / for real / seriously (from Italian 'posta').

Mess / chaos / problem (originally from African languages via Brazil).

Very / really (super common intensifier, often used instead of 'muy').

Extremely / super (stronger version of 're').

Police (very informal / street).

Lisbon & Portugal Slang

Massively / a lot / like crazy.

Someone from Lisbon (affectionate).

Totally / highly / awesome.

Get out of the way / move!

bacano / bacana

Cool / nice person (more common in the North but understood).

To leave / head off / bounce.

Preppy / posh / rich kid (often slightly mocking).

Espresso (Lisbon term).

Let's go / come on.

Party / big night out.

Awesome / amazing (positive).

Very / extremely / a lot of.

cair o Carmo e a Trindade

Something huge/dramatic happened (from the 1755 earthquake).

Easy / a piece of cake (literally chicken soup).

Damn / wow / holy crap (mild-strong).

Thing / situation / stuff.

To fail (an exam).

Dodgy / trashy / low-quality / sketchy.

To enjoy / be into / like (also make out with someone).

descer à Baixa

To go down to Baixa (the historic centre).

To manage / get by / improvise a solution.

So? / What's up? / How's it going?

A tight spot / mess / complicated situation.

Oh / wow / well / damn (very common).

fazer das tripas coração

To give it everything / make a huge effort.

In slang: to hook up / make out (also normal 'to stay').

ficar a ver navios

To be left waiting / disappointed (left hanging).

ficar de bico calado

To keep quiet / shut up.

Cool / nice / great (pronounced roughly 'feesh').

Really cool (affectionate form of fixe).

Guy / girl (informal).

Big / great / massive (before a noun).

Cute / pretty / nice-looking.

Small draft beer (Lisbon/South).

ir aos pastéis

To go to Pastéis de Belém (the famous custard tart place).

By the way / while we're at it.

The munchies / strong hunger (especially after smoking).

Broke / out of money.

The group / the guys / the people.

Bro / man (urban Lisbon).

miúdo / miúda

Kid / young person.

No worries / all good / chill.

não tem ponta por onde se pegue

It makes no sense / there's nothing to it.

Man / dude / well (universal filler).

picar o bilhete

To validate the ticket (and also 'do the routine task').

porreiro / porreira

Cool / decent / nice.

Okay / right / done / well then.

Kid / boy / girl (neutral in PT-PT when meaning child; careful with 'puta' alone).

To manage / get out of a situation / get by.

Trouble / problems.

A bore / a drag / annoying situation.

It's all good / chill / no worries.

Whatever / it doesn't matter / either is fine.

Like / dude / sort of (super common filler).

Excellent / the best.

Bullshit / drama / nonsense / trouble.

Portuguese person (affectionate/self-referential).

Yeah / yes (casual).

London & UK Slang

Leave it / stop it / don't bother / forget it.

Obvious / exposed / too noticeable.

Very / a lot of / many.

Strange / suspicious / dodgy.

The police / authorities (from 'boy them').

Brother / mate / bro.

Attractive / fit / good-looking.

To flirt / chat up someone.

To chill / hang out / relax somewhere.

Trainers / sneakers.

Cool / excellent (from actor Craig David / older MLE).

To kill / ghost (as verb); ghost/spirit (as noun). In slang often 'to defeat badly'.

Your neighbourhood / local area.

Close friend (like family) / mate.

Clothes / outfit (from garments).

Excited / hyped / pleased (sometimes overconfident).

Girl / group of girls.

Muscular / strong / well-built.

Isn't it? / Right? (agreement tag).

Attractive / nice / good-looking (similar to peng).

To meet up / link up with someone.

Tedious / annoying / too much effort.

The boys / your crew / group of male friends.

To act crazy / do wild or reckless things.

Cool / good / excellent (slightly older but still heard).

Enemy / fake friend / untrustworthy person (from 'pagan').

Unfortunate / bad luck / awkward / unfair.

Extremely attractive or high quality / delicious.

Wow / damn / expression of surprise or shock.

Young man associated with street culture / tough street image.

Cool / good / okay / thanks / bye (very versatile).

Scared / nervous / intimidated.

To sell drugs (shot); drug dealer (shotta).

Promiscuous woman (derogatory).

Skills / technique (especially football or general ability).

Thing / girl (attractive person) / situation.

What's going on? / What's up?

Useless person / loser / waste of space.

Soft / weak / uncool / boring.

Home / house (from Jamaican).

Do you understand? / You know what I mean?

Los Angeles Slang

Accessory Dwelling Unit; a secondary housing unit on a single-family residential lot.

A particular style or look, often referring to a curated visual theme or vibe on social media.

A representative who manages the careers of actors, writers, directors, or musicians, finding them work and negotiating contracts.

apartment hunting

The activity of searching for an apartment to rent.

A recurring event where art galleries, studios, and cultural venues in a neighborhood open their doors for public viewing, often with street performers and vendors.

Okay, I'm down, agreement, confirmation, or 'you're on.'

A sudden and significant opportunity or moment of success that launches one's career, especially in the entertainment industry.

The short, high-pitched sounds made by birds.

A wooden promenade built along a beach or waterfront, often featuring shops, restaurants, and entertainment.

boardwalk performer

An entertainer who performs publicly on a boardwalk, typically for tips, common in places like Venice Beach.

A Taiwanese drink typically made with tea, milk, sugar, and chewy tapioca pearls (boba) at the bottom. Also known as bubble tea.

Fake, false, unfair, not genuine, or otherwise undesirable.

High-class, luxurious, or aspiring to a higher social status; often with a connotation of being materialistic or pretentious.

A security guard employed at a bar or club to control entry, maintain order, and deal with unruly patrons.

A small store selling fashionable clothes, jewelry, or other luxurious goods, often catering to a niche market.

Acting foolish, overreacting, or getting upset unnecessarily; also used as 'tripping'.

A small, often single-story house, typically with a low-pitched roof and a front porch.

Winding, often narrow roads that cut through the hills and canyons of areas like the Hollywood Hills, known for scenic views and residential access.

An arrangement where several people travel together in one car, often to save costs or use special lanes.

The process of selecting actors for roles in a film, television show, play, or commercial.

catch you on the flip side

A colloquial way of saying 'Goodbye' or 'See you later,' often implying a future meeting.

Los Angeles Chargers, a professional American football team based in Inglewood, California, also competing in the NFL.

Continuous, informal talk, often light and quick, typically from a group of people.

Relaxed, calm, laid-back; also used as an imperative to relax.

Excellent, superb, of high quality or desirability.

A poetic nickname for Los Angeles, derived from its Spanish name 'Los Ángeles'.

A TikTok aesthetic referring to a polished, minimalist look, often involving slicked-back hair, natural makeup, and simple, elegant clothing.

Los Angeles Clippers, a professional basketball team based in Los Angeles, California, also competing in the NBA.

Influence or power, especially in social media or among peers; often sought after for status.

community garden

A shared piece of land gardened collectively by a group of people, often in urban areas, to grow food or flowers.

creative differences

Disagreements between individuals or groups, often in creative fields like film or music, leading to a project's change or cessation.

Driving around leisurely, often without a specific destination, just enjoying the ride.

Formally named Crypto.com Arena, a multi-purpose arena in Downtown Los Angeles, California, home to the Lakers, Clippers, Kings, and Sparks (WNBA).

A retail establishment that sells cannabis products for medicinal or recreational use, legally regulated in California.

A small, unpretentious, and often old-fashioned bar, typically with a local clientele and cheap drinks.

Los Angeles Dodgers, a Major League Baseball (MLB) team based in Los Angeles, California.

Beer served from a keg or cask rather than a bottle or can, typically fresher and served on tap.

To aspire to grand and ambitious goals, often encouraged in the aspirational culture of Los Angeles.

A person's sense of style, particularly their outfit or accessories, implying a high level of fashion or coolness.

A service allowing customers to purchase goods, especially food, by driving a vehicle to a window rather than entering the establishment.

Downtown Los Angeles

A casual term for a man or person; often used as an interjection.

Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress; full of energy.

A historic and diverse neighborhood in Central Los Angeles known for its lake, Victorian homes, and vibrant community.

Used as an interjection to affirm agreement with a statement or acknowledge its truth.

A public market where farmers sell produce directly to consumers, often including other local goods like baked items, crafts, and prepared foods.

A complete outfit or ensemble of clothing worn by a person. Short for 'outfit'.

A market, usually outdoors, where vendors sell inexpensive or secondhand goods, antiques, and collectibles.

A type of open-toed sandal, typically made of rubber or plastic, with a Y-shaped strap passing between the first and second toes.

A non-stop bus service connecting various points in LA to LAX.

A large indoor area with multiple food vendors, offering a variety of cuisines and dining options, often with communal seating.

A large motorized vehicle equipped to cook and sell food, often found at street corners, events, or designated food truck lots.

food truck alley

A designated area or street where multiple food trucks regularly gather to serve various cuisines.

Seriously, truthfully, or to confirm something is genuine.

A multi-lane highway designed for high-speed traffic with controlled access.

To manipulate someone psychologically into questioning their own sanity or perceptions of reality, often for personal gain or control.

To control access to something, often information, resources, or communities, and exclude others, often perceived as an elitist act.

A job, especially a temporary or short-term engagement in the entertainment or creative industries.

A woman who is successful, ambitious, and self-sufficient in business or career, often with a slight ironic or critical undertone in contemporary usage.

Originally used by surfers, meaning extreme, awesome, difficult, or intense; can also mean dangerous or unpleasant depending on context.

A period of rapid migration and economic growth due to the discovery of a valuable resource, historically gold, but metaphorically used for new booming industries in LA.

Writing or drawings scribbled, scratched, or sprayed illicitly on a wall or other surface in a public place.

A traffic jam in which a network of streets or roads becomes completely congested, bringing traffic to a standstill.

Common short for Griffith Park, a large municipal park in the eastern Santa Monica Mountains, featuring the Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles Zoo, and extensive trails.

A separate small dwelling on the same property as a main house, used for guests or as a rental unit.

A list of invited guests who are granted free or discounted entry to an event or club.

A designated period, typically in the late afternoon, when bars and restaurants offer discounted drinks and appetizers.

A professional photograph, typically of a person's head and shoulders, used by actors, models, and professionals for casting or resumes.

A prolonged period of excessively hot weather, which may be accompanied by high humidity.

Aircraft with rotating blades, often heard flying overhead in LA for news, police, or traffic monitoring.

Openly, obviously, or intensely; the opposite of 'lowkey.'

An iconic landmark on Mount Lee in the Hollywood Hills, spelling out 'HOLLYWOOD' in large white letters, synonymous with the film industry.

The sound of a car horn, often used in traffic to express impatience or warn others.

A popular West Coast fast-food chain famous for its simple menu of hamburgers, fries, and shakes.

Short for 'independent,' referring to films, music, or artists that are produced outside of major studio or record label systems.

Refers specifically to the entertainment industry (film, television, music, etc.) in Los Angeles.

industry standard

A common practice or benchmark in a particular industry, often used in the entertainment or tech sectors in LA.

A weather phenomenon in Southern California during May and June characterized by persistent overcast skies and cool temperatures due to the marine layer.

Koreatown, a district in Los Angeles known for its large Korean population, restaurants, and businesses.

Informal term for shoes, especially sneakers.

Los Angeles Kings, a professional ice hockey team based in Los Angeles, California, competing in the NHL.

A colloquial nickname for Los Angeles, often suggesting a dreamlike, unrealistic, or detached state of mind associated with the entertainment industry.

Los Angeles FC, a professional soccer team based in Los Angeles, California, competing in Major League Soccer (MLS).

Los Angeles Lakers, a professional basketball team based in Los Angeles, California, competing in the NBA.

A motorcycle maneuver where a rider drives between lanes of stopped or slow-moving traffic.

The three-letter IATA code and common abbreviation for Los Angeles International Airport.

A legal contract allowing a tenant to use a property for a specified period in exchange for rent.

A common filler word used in casual speech, often without specific meaning, or to introduce an example/comparison.

Used for emphasis, often hyperbolically, to mean 'virtually' or 'in effect,' though technically it means 'in a literal sense.'

Someone who lives in a particular area, often implying familiarity and loyalty to that place.

A temporary retail store, restaurant, or art gallery that appears in unexpected spaces for a short period.

A stylish bar or club, often with comfortable seating and a more relaxed, upscale atmosphere than a typical nightclub.

Quietly, subtly, or discreetly; sometimes implying a slight preference or understated feeling.

main character energy

The quality of acting and feeling as though one is the central figure of a story, often characterized by confidence, self-focus, and a vibrant persona.

An affluent beach city in Los Angeles County, known for its celebrity homes, beautiful beaches, and surf spots.

A low-lying cloud formation or fog commonly found near coastlines in Southern California.

Los Angeles's public train and subway system.

A large painting or artwork applied directly to a wall or ceiling.

No lie, seriously, truly; used to emphasize the truthfulness of a statement.

Certainly, absolutely, or without question; an expression of strong agreement.

North Hollywood

A gentle wind blowing inland from the Pacific Ocean, often bringing cooler temperatures.

To become well-known, recognized, or important, often referring to a place, person, or business achieving prominence.

Food produced without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, GMOs, or antibiotics, emphasizing natural farming methods.

Behaving inappropriately, rudely, or beyond what is acceptable.

Clothing that is intentionally made or worn in a size larger than typically needed, creating a relaxed, baggy, or comfortable fit.

Pacific Coast Highway

A scenic highway stretching along the California coastline, often abbreviated as PCH.

A city northeast of Downtown Los Angeles, famous for the Rose Bowl, its annual Rose Parade, and historic architecture.

A casual way to say goodbye, often accompanied by a hand gesture (V-sign), signifying peace and departure.

Used at the end of a statement to indicate that it is definitive and leaves no room for further discussion or argument.

A standalone episode of a television series that is produced to test the concept and viability of the series for potential network pickup.

An open public space in a city or town, often surrounded by buildings, serving as a gathering place.

A temporary retail space, restaurant, or event that operates for a limited time in a non-traditional location.

An individual or company that organizes and publicizes events, often for clubs, concerts, or parties, and gets people on guestlists.

Short for 'psych out,' meaning to fool, trick, or mislead someone, often used playfully after a false statement.

Excellent, wonderful, or exciting (short for radical).

Excellent, fantastic, extreme, far out, often implying something new or rebellious.

Los Angeles Rams, a professional American football team based in Inglewood, California, competing in the NFL.

An expression used to introduce or emphasize a serious, honest, or frank discussion.

A literal red carpet laid out for VIPs at events, symbolizing celebrity and glamorous treatment, synonymous with Hollywood culture.

A government program that limits how much landlords can raise rent.

A service that allows people to request a ride from a private driver through a smartphone app.

Excellent, outstanding, cool, truly good, or impressive (often with an undertone of moral approval).

Charisma; skill in charming or attracting a potential romantic partner.

A renowned street in Beverly Hills, famous for its luxury boutiques, high-end fashion stores, and celebrity sightings.

A bar or restaurant located on the roof of a building, often offering city views.

A person who shares a room or an apartment with another person or people.

A historic outdoor athletic stadium in Pasadena, California, primarily known for college football, especially the annual Rose Bowl Game.

Santa Ana winds

Strong, hot, dry downslope winds that originate inland and affect coastal Southern California and northern Baja California.

A coastal city west of Los Angeles, famous for its pier, beaches, and vibrant urban environment.

Santa Monica Pier

A historic landmark in Santa Monica, featuring an amusement park, restaurants, and an iconic Ferris wheel, extending over the Pacific Ocean.

scenic overlook

A designated viewpoint along a road or highway offering expansive, picturesque views of the surrounding landscape.

A longer, more picturesque route chosen for its views rather than its speed; often contrasted with faster, less appealing routes.

The written text of a play, movie, or television show, including dialogue and stage directions.

security deposit

A sum of money paid by a tenant to a landlord to cover any damages or unpaid rent.

Informal term for sunglasses.

Excellent, impressive, cool.

Additional work or a secondary job undertaken to supplement one's main income or to pursue a passion, often in a creative field.

An urgent traffic advisory issued by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) for major incidents causing significant delays.

A trendy, bohemian neighborhood in Los Angeles known for its reservoir, independent businesses, and artistic community.

Loud, wailing noises from emergency vehicles like police cars, ambulances, and fire trucks.

To ride a skateboard; also, a skateboard itself or the act of skateboarding.

skateboard roll

The distinct sound of a skateboard's wheels moving across a surface, often concrete.

A recreational area specifically designed for skateboarding, often featuring ramps, rails, and bowls.

Suspicious, untrustworthy, or unsafe.

Open-toed sandals, often slip-on style, popular for casual wear.

Athletic shoes, typically with rubber soles, worn for sports or casual wear.

Formally named SoFi Stadium, an NFL stadium in Inglewood, California, home to the Rams and Chargers. It also hosts concerts and other major events.

A hidden bar, often with a secret entrance, reminiscent of Prohibition-era establishments.

Style with ease; a unique and effortless personal style or swagger.

Having excellent style and ease; stylish and effortlessly cool.

Very excited and enthusiastic.

A popular Mexican street food, also known as 'Elote', consisting of grilled corn on the cob slathered with mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime.

street performers

Artists who perform in public places for voluntary donations, common in tourist areas like Santa Monica or Hollywood.

A style of casual clothing that originated from urban youth culture, combining elements of hip-hop fashion, skate fashion, and surfwear.

A type of shopping center consisting of a row of stores or businesses housed in a single building, with a common parking lot in front.

To rent out all or part of a property to another person, with the original tenant remaining responsible to the landlord.

Eyewear designed to protect the eyes from bright sunlight.

A lotion or spray applied to the skin to protect it from the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.

The famous 1.5-mile stretch of Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, renowned for its nightclubs, restaurants, rock and roll history, and large billboards.

Short for "superintendent"; a person responsible for maintaining an apartment building.

The activity of riding ocean waves, typically on a surfboard; also, the waves near the shore.

A gathering, typically outdoors, where individuals or vendors buy, sell, or exchange goods, often including used items, collectibles, and new merchandise.

A series of ocean waves that travel long distances without breaking, often indicating good surfing conditions.

An outdoor stall or small, often mobile, establishment dedicated to preparing and selling tacos, typically at affordable prices.

A popular weekly promotion, typically on Tuesdays, where restaurants offer discounted tacos and sometimes drink specials.

A stylized signature or moniker, often the simplest form of graffiti, used by a writer to mark their presence.

A reusable, reloadable smart card used for fare payment on most public transit in LA County.

The Interstate 10 freeway, a major east-west artery in Los Angeles, connecting Santa Monica to the Inland Empire.

The U.S. Route 101 freeway, running north-south through Hollywood and the Valley, extending up the coast.

The Interstate 405 freeway, a major north-south artery in Los Angeles.

The Interstate 5 freeway, a major north-south artery running the length of California, through Los Angeles.

To shop at a thrift store, buying secondhand items, often for good deals or unique finds.

A nickname for Hollywood, emphasizing its glitz, glamour, and often artificial nature.

A designated lane on a highway where drivers pay a fee to use it, often to bypass congestion or for faster travel.

Completely, absolutely, or in full agreement.

The movement of vehicles and people along roads and in public areas; often used in LA to refer to congestion.

The continuous, low, indistinct sound produced by distant or widespread vehicle movement.

traffic permitting

If traffic conditions allow; implying that travel time is heavily dependent on congestion, a common consideration in LA.

Excellent, cool, awesome, especially good (derived from the perfect 'tube' wave in surfing).

The main railway station in Los Angeles, a major transportation hub and historic landmark.

A service where an attendant parks your car for you, common at upscale establishments and busy venues in LA.

Legitimate, reasonable, or acceptable; expressing agreement or affirmation.

A stereotype originating from the San Fernando Valley, referring to a young woman perceived as materialistic, superficial, and speaking with a distinct vocal fry and upward inflection.

A metaphorical barrier signifying exclusivity and strict entry requirements at a club or event.

A bohemian coastal neighborhood in Los Angeles known for its iconic boardwalk, canals, and unique artistic spirit.

A famous beachfront neighborhood in Los Angeles, known for its vibrant boardwalk, street performers, Muscle Beach, and canals.

The atmosphere, mood, or feeling of a place, person, or situation (short for vibrations).

Clothing, accessories, or other items that are at least 20 years old and representative of a particular era, often valued for their style, quality, or rarity.

A T-shirt from a previous era, often sought after for its retro style, unique design, or rarity.

A series of stars embedded in the sidewalks along Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, honoring achievements in the entertainment industry.

A proud assertion of preference for the Westside of Los Angeles (or more broadly, the West Coast), implying superiority over other areas.

Behaving in an uncontrolled, crazy, or overly energetic manner; acting out.

Montréal & Québec Slang

Studio apartment with separate bathroom

One-bedroom-style apartment with two main rooms

One-bedroom apartment

Two-bedroom apartment

Montréal telephone area code

Greater Montréal area outside the island

Three-bedroom apartment

Montréal's traditional telephone area code

Something strongly associated with Montréal

Montréal telephone area codes

Greater Montréal / surrounding Quebec area code

Four-bedroom-style apartment

This morning; informal spoken Quebec French.

Tonight; informal Quebec speech.

Official municipal code for Ahuntsic-Cartierville

Ahuntsic neighbourhood

Official municipal code for Anjou

Now; an informal spoken form of « à cette heure ».

attache ta tuque

Hold on; get ready for something intense or surprising.

A bus; « bus » is also common in casual speech.

avoir de la jette

To have style or flair; regional and less common.

avoir de la misère

To have difficulty doing something.

avoir la langue à terre

To be extremely tired or worn out.

avoir les yeux dans la graisse de bines

To look half-awake or very sleepy.

Locked or secured.

A kiss, often used in « donner un bec ».

Montréal public bike-sharing system

A girlfriend or female partner, regardless of hair color.

Métro ligne bleue

bordée de neige

A significant snowfall.

C'est pas de tes affaires !

It's none of your business! The most direct Québécois way to dismiss unwanted interference.

ça a pas d'allure

That's ridiculous, excessive, or doesn't make sense.

Okay; that works; sounds good.

ça me dérange pas

I don't mind; informal spoken form of « ça ne me dérange pas ».

I feel like it; I'm interested in doing it.

ça n'a pas de bon sens

That's unreasonable or makes no sense.

It's catching on; it's popular.

Do you feel like it? Are you interested?

ça vaut la peine

Checkout or cash register.

A strong expletive expressing frustration or surprise.

A sacre expressing frustration or describing an ordeal.

Cartierville neighbourhood

Côte-des-Neiges

Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce

Downtown Montréal

A car or vehicle in informal Quebec French.

A shopping cart; familiar Quebec usage.

A boyfriend or male partner; sometimes a close male friend depending on context.

A milder Quebec sacre expressing surprise or annoyance.

Côte-Saint-Luc

Côte-Saint-Luc

Email; especially standard in Quebec French.

A strong expletive used in informal speech.

crisser son camp

To leave or get out, with a strong vulgar tone.

Côte-Saint-Luc

Dollard-des-Ormeaux

Dollard-des-Ormeaux

Like that; that way.

A shame; unfortunate.

To get out of a vehicle or show up somewhere.

Hurry up! Move it! Get a move on! An informal Québécois imperative to get moving quickly.

To clear snow from a vehicle or area.

A neighborhood convenience store, often shortened to « dep ».

Lunch; in Quebec, « dîner » normally refers to the midday meal.

Dollard-des-Ormeaux

Centre-ville de Montréal

Eastern Montréal

To get into a vehicle; also to join or participate.

A traffic jam; standard French, also used in Quebec.

enlever la neige

To remove snow.

Come on! Get going! Give me a break! A versatile Québécois expression used to push, encourage, or express exasperation.

To be exhausted, especially after a long day.

être dans les patates

To be mistaken, confused, or off track.

To be willing or up for something.

To be fed up or tired of something.

Exo regional public transit network

faire de la poudrerie

To have blowing snow conditions.

To look bad, be in poor shape, or be embarrassing.

Ferme ta boîte !

Shut your trap! Literally 'close your box'. Tells someone to stop talking.

Nice, kind, or pleasant when describing a person.

Very cold, especially about the weather.

froid en maudit

Very cold; « en maudit » intensifies the adjective.

Full, packed, or very busy in informal Quebec speech.

To get gas or fill the gas tank.

gratter le char

To scrape ice or snow from a car.

Métro ligne verte

Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Here; an informal spoken form associated with Quebec speech.

j'en ai plein le cul

A very vulgar way to say you are completely fed up.

Informal spoken form of « je ne sais pas ».

To chat or have a casual conversation.

La Petite-Patrie

La Petite-Patrie

Official municipal code for Lachine

Lâche-moi les baskets !

Get off my back! Leave me alone! Literally 'let go of my sneakers'.

lâcher son fou

To let loose, have fun, or stop being serious.

Lachine borough

LaSalle borough

Little Burgundy

Petite-Bourgogne

Worn out, damaged, beat-up, or exhausted.

To go shopping or shop for something.

Maisonneuve neighbourhood

Darn or damn, often used before a noun.

Mêle-toi de tes oignons !

Mind your own business! Literally 'mix yourself with your own onions'.

The Montreal subway.

Mercier–Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Mile End neighbourhood

Mile Ex neighbourhood

Montréal-Nord borough

Notre-Dame-de-Grâce

To fool around, tease, or mess with someone.

Silly or foolish.

Montréal suburbs north of the Rivière des Prairies

Areas outside the Island of Montréal

Vieux-Montréal

Old Montréal / Vieux-Montréal

The Island of Montréal

Métro ligne orange

A common expletive used for anger, surprise, or emphasis.

Official municipal code for Outremont

Outremont borough

Not at all; informal form of « pas du tout ».

A parking meter.

parler à travers son chapeau

To talk without knowing the facts.

A party or social gathering; informal borrowed English word.

No problem; casual reassurance.

Not bad; pretty good.

Pointe-aux-Trembles

Petite-Bourgogne

Little Burgundy

An informal word for a dollar; « piasse » is very common in speech.

Pierrefonds-Roxboro

Boring or dull.

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Plateau-Mont-Royal

Lame, disappointing, or not very good.

Pointe-St-Charles

Pointe-Saint-Charles

Blowing snow carried by strong wind.

To go; taking food or a drink away.

Pierrefonds-Roxboro

Pointe-Saint-Charles

Rivière-des-Prairies

Rivière-des-Prairies–Pointe-aux-Trembles

Réseau express métropolitain

Rosemont neighbourhood / borough area

Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie

Réseau de transport de Longueuil

s'habiller chaudement

To dress warmly.

A bag, including a shopping bag.

A Quebec swear word or profanity.

To swear or use Quebec sacres.

To get or equip oneself with something; informal and less universal than common Quebec words.

To park a vehicle.

Wet, dirty snow and slush.

To have dinner; dinner.

Montréal suburbs south of the St. Lawrence

Parking or a parking area.

Société de transport de Montréal

Le Sud-Ouest borough

T'as rien compris !

You didn't understand a thing! Used to dismiss someone's argument or point entirely.

A strong expletive expressing anger, shock, or frustration.

Suburban Greater Montréal area

Montréal / the Montréal area

Pointe-Saint-Charles

A tip or gratuity; « pourboire » is the standard French word.

tire-toi une bûche

Pull up a chair and sit down.

A knitted winter hat.

Vieux-Montréal

Go to hell! Literally 'go defecate'. A blunt, vulgar Québécois dismissal.

Official municipal code for Verdun

Vieux-Montréal

virer une brosse

To go on a heavy drinking spree; very informal.

Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension

Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension

Western suburban area of Greater Montréal

Informal spoken form of « il y a ».

Métro ligne jaune

Montréal–Trudeau International Airport / Montréal

Moscow & Russia Slang

Point of view (used like in TikTok/memes).

So relatable! / That's real life!

New York Slang

The original and most prestigious telephone area code for Manhattan.

The historic telephone area code representing the outer boroughs (Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island).

An area code introduced for mobile phones and pagers across all five boroughs of NYC.

alternate side parking

Parking regulations requiring street parking moves on specific days/times for street sweeping

baconeggandcheese

A classic NYC breakfast sandwich served on a roll or bagel

Barclays Center, a major indoor sports and entertainment arena in Downtown Brooklyn

Conflict, disagreement, or grudge between people

Short for beverage; a drink taken alongside a meal (especially from a bodega)

A chewy, baked yeast roll similar to a bagel, but depressed in the center and topped with onions.

A famous worldwide moniker for New York City.

A neighborhood street festival where a city block is closed to traffic for music, food, and games

A small corner grocery store, often open late or 24/7

A resident cat kept in a local deli or corner store to keep pests away and greet customers

Respectful or polite address to a stranger or service worker

A security person hired at nightlife venues to check IDs and control entry.

A small, specialized shop selling fashionable clothes, gifts, or specialty goods

Extremely cold weather

bridge and tunnel

A slightly derogatory term for commuters visiting Manhattan from surrounding areas

A major thoroughfare famous as the heart of the American theater industry.

A fee paid to a real estate agent for finding or facilitating an apartment rental.

NYC's most populous borough, famous for its historic brownstones and vibrant culture.

A classic NYC townhouse built with reddish-brown sandstone.

brownstone steps

The front stone staircase leading up to the entrance of a classic NYC row house, often used as a neighborhood hangout spot.

Acting crazy, irrational, unreasonable, or paranoid.

Performing music, acrobatics, or other entertainment in public places for tips from passersby.

A person, guy, or fellow, often stylish or involved in music/street culture.

A massive iconic urban park situated in middle Manhattan.

Continuous background conversation and talking from crowd sound.

A staple NYC sandwich made of ground beef, melted cheese, and grilled onions chopped on a flat top

The Chrysler Building, an iconic Art Deco skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan.

Baseball stadium in Flushing Meadows, Queens, home to the NY Mets

city that never sleeps

A nickname for NYC highlighting its 24/7 activity and nightlife

A timeless, iconic fashion item or traditional style

Going out to dance clubs for music, drinks, and nightlife socializing.

community garden

A shared piece of land managed collectively by local residents to grow flowers, produce, and build community.

concrete jungle

A nickname for NYC referring to its dense urban environment of tall buildings and pavement.

Ongoing building, roadwork, or structural repair widespread in the city.

Fashionable, acceptable, calm, or impressive.

To buy, get, or acquire something

A neighborhood convenience store or bodega located on a street intersection

An entry fee paid at the door of a bar, club, or music venue.

One's residence, apartment, or house.

Uniquely tailored, personalized, or modified (often used for clothing, food orders, or style)

Seriously, genuinely, or for real

deadass serious

Extremely serious, 100% honest and sincere

A train or bus running behind schedule due to issues on the line

A local food market selling sandwiches, cold cuts, snacks, and daily groceries

To understand, appreciate, or like something.

dirty water dog

A traditional NYC street cart hot dog kept warm in a bath of seasoned hot water.

An unpretentious, inexpensive, often worn-down neighborhood bar.

Excellent, great, outstanding, or cool.

Extremely stylish outfit, jewelry, or overall fashionable look

A disappointment, bad situation, or rejected thing/person

A trendy Brooklyn waterfront neighborhood, short for 'Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass'.

A tidal strait in NYC separating Manhattan and the Bronx from Brooklyn and Queens.

A classic NYC fountain drink made of milk, carbonated water, and chocolate (or vanilla) syrup.

The official nickname for New York State, also shorthand for its famous skyscraper.

The palpable atmosphere, intensity, and vitality of city life.

A subway train that skips smaller stations to make faster trips between major stops

An emphatic statement of agreement, meaning 'that is completely true'.

A major limited-access parkway running along the east side of Manhattan along the East River.

An outfit or full set of clothes

An outdoor or indoor market selling vintage items, antiques, handmade crafts, and collectibles

Stylish, attractive, fashionable, or well-dressed.

Looking brand new, clean, crisp, and stylish

Faking, pretending to be something one isn't, or acting tough

Madison Square Garden, iconic sports and concert arena above Penn Station in Manhattan

Apparel, streetwear, or branded clothing items

NFL football team representing the NY metropolitan area

A temporary job or performance work

Slang for a hot dog

A popular nickname for New York City.

Writing or drawings scribbled, scratched, or painted illicitly on a wall or other public surface.

An open-air farmers' market selling fresh produce and goods from regional growers

The systematic street layout plan of numbered avenues and streets in Manhattan.

Severe traffic congestion where vehicles block intersections and prevent any movement

Shady, untrustworthy, or acting in a deceitful manner

Hard, continuous labor or daily hustle to succeed

Get the fuck out; an expression of disbelief or telling someone to leave.

A sidewalk food vendor serving halal-certified street food like chicken and gyro rice platters.

Serious, intense, or emotionally burdensome

An elevated linear park built on a former freight rail line on Manhattan's West Side.

A vehicular tunnel under the Hudson River connecting Lower Manhattan to Jersey City, New Jersey.

The act of drivers sounding their car horns in heavy traffic.

The major river flowing south along the west side of Manhattan, separating New York from New Jersey.

Excessive moisture in the air making NYC summer heat feel suffocating

A work activity, business venture, or energetic effort to earn money

hustle and bustle

Busy, noisy, and active activity characteristic of urban life.

Expensive diamond jewelry

if you can make it here

The idea that succeeding in NYC proves you can succeed anywhere

NFL football team representing the NY metro region, wearing green and white

John F. Kennedy International Airport

An establishment, place, track, or item.

Sneakers or shoes

Friend or acquaintance, regardless of age

NBA basketball team based at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan

A dough pastry filled with seasoned mashed potatoes, ground meat, or sauerkraut, then baked or fried.

Shoelaces, often swapped or styled in sneaker culture

The owner of a property who rents it out to tenants.

A legal agreement detailing the rental terms for an apartment.

Lower East Side

LaGuardia Airport

Long Island City

To meet up or hang out with someone

Long Island Rail Road

A subway train that stops at every single station along its route

A large, open-concept apartment, often converted from a former industrial building.

A relaxed bar or club venue with comfortable seating and ambient music.

Very, extremely, or a large amount of

The central borough of NYC, often referred to as 'the City' by locals.

The classic magnetic stripe plastic card used to pay fares for the NYC subway and buses.

Major League Baseball team based in Queens

Madison Square Garden

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

A large artwork painted or applied directly onto a wall, building façade, or other permanent surface.

NBA basketball team based at Barclays Center in Brooklyn

New York minute

An extremely short period of time; an instant

A small street kiosk or booth selling newspapers, magazines, snacks, and lottery tickets

No lie, for real, completely serious

Absolutely; certainly; an expression of agreement or confirmation.

Truthfully; without exaggeration; genuinely.

A friendly term of address for a bodega cook or worker, derived from Arabic 'ahi' (brother)

Preparing bodega food in an over-the-top, customized, and fried style (popularized on social media)

The contactless fare payment system used across NYC transit allowing tap-to-pay via cards or phones.

The four NYC boroughs outside of Manhattan (Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island)

An apartment, living space, or home.

Cash or financial wealth

The rapid transit rail system connecting Manhattan to northeastern New Jersey cities like Jersey City and Newark.

A public open urban space, often paved, surrounded by buildings or designated for community pedestrian use.

A temporary retail store or experience that opens for a short time in a vacant space

Drinking alcohol at home or a friend's place before heading out to bars or clubs.

The most ethnically diverse borough of New York City, located on Long Island.

Thousands of dollars (usually in cash stacks)

NHL hockey team based at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan

Speaking seriously and truthfully without exaggerating or joking.

rent stabilized

An apartment system where rent increases are capped by city regulations.

Charisma, charm, or the ability to effortlessly attract a romantic partner

An open-air bar or venue situated on the roof of a building, offering city views.

A garden space created on the roof of a building for greenery, urban farming, or social lounge space.

Roosevelt Island Tram

An aerial tramway spanning the East River connecting Roosevelt Island to the Upper East Side of Manhattan.

The fast-paced, high-energy movement of people or peak transit times.

Peak commuting hours when trains and roads are extremely congested

To carry something heavy or make a long, tedious journey

A generous spread of cream cheese on a bagel.

security deposit

A sum of money held by the landlord during the lease to cover potential damages.

A secondary job or business run alongside main employment

An emergency vehicle horn or alarm heard frequently throughout the city.

A purpose-built outdoor area containing ramps, rails, and bowls for skateboarding and BMX.

The outline of the city's skyscrapers against the sky, iconic to NYC

A single piece of plain cheese pizza cut from a large New York-style pie.

A casual, neighborhood pizzeria specializing in quick, single slices of pizza.

slice of pepperoni

A single slice of New York-style pizza topped with cured pork/beef pepperoni sausage.

Smooth, clever, tricky, or sly.

Partially melted, dirty snow combined with water on NYC streets and curbs

A fashionable neighborhood in Manhattan, named for being 'South of Houston Street'.

Close friend, homie, or guy (used as an address term)

A hidden bar modeled after Prohibition-era secret drinking spots, often behind hidden doors.

A complex or chaotic situation, or cracked pattern (like glass/screen)

Venues, locations, bars, or restaurants to hangout at.

A bundle of money, specifically one thousand dollars

stand clear of the closing doors

The automated announcement warning subway passengers that train doors are closing

Typical, expected, or basic; normal street routine/behavior

The southernmost and most suburban borough of NYC, connected to Manhattan via ferry.

Staten Island Ferry

A free passenger ferry service operating between Manhattan and Staten Island offering great views of the Statue of Liberty.

An orange-and-white striped stack or pipe releasing utility steam from underground street pipes

The set of steps leading up to the entrance of a building or brownstone

Flavorful seasoned meat (usually chicken or lamb over rice) served from a street cart.

street performer

An entertainer who performs in public spaces such as subway mezzanines, parks, or sidewalks.

An apartment consisting of a single main living space combining bedroom and living room.

A metal mesh venting cover on sidewalk surfaces providing ventilation to subway tunnels

A building superintendent who manages maintenance and repairs.

A writer's stylized personal signature or moniker spray-painted or marked on a surface.

The northernmost borough of NYC, birthplace of hip-hop and home to Yankee Stadium.

Manhattan specifically, as distinguished from the outer boroughs.

Clothing or garments

Shopping for secondhand clothes or goods, or referring to a secondhand store

Upset, angry, or annoyed.

A major commercial, entertainment, and tourist hub in Midtown Manhattan.

Subway congestion caused by trains waiting for other trains ahead to clear

Switching from one subway line or bus route to another, usually free within the system

twenty-four-seven

Non-stop, continuously at all hours of the day and night.

The barrier at a club entrance symbolizing exclusive entry control and door policy.

The overall mood, feel, or emotional atmosphere of a place or person.

Authentic retro or old-school clothing items from past eras

An apartment building without an elevator.

A street in Lower Manhattan synonymous with American financial markets.

A statement of presence, survival, or active participation in the city scene

West Side Highway

A major roadway running north-south along the western edge of Manhattan along the Hudson River.

Acting crazy, out of control, or outrageously

An expression of agreement, acknowledgment, or confirmation.

An absolute promise or truth; my word is my pledge.

An expression of agreement or affirmation; 'that's real' or 'listen up'.

Major League Baseball team based in the Bronx

The iconic yellow taxicab licensed to hail passengers on NYC streets

Paris & France Slang

To be lucky (bol = bowl).

avoir le cafard

To feel blue / depressed (literally 'to have the cockroach').

Loaded with money OR packed/full of people.

Loser / fool / sucker.

Mess / chaos / damn ('Quel bordel !').

To eat (slang for manger).

C'est la fin des haricots

There's nothing left / it's the end of the line.

Wicked / awesome / dope (Verlan for 'méchant').

Shady / dodgy / weird (Verlan for 'louche').

Boring / annoying.

To shit / to annoy ('Faire chier' = to piss off).

To catch / to grab / to hook up with someone.

connard / connasse

Asshole / jerk.

To bum out / disappoint deeply ('C'est dégoûtant' / 'Je suis dégoûté').

Playful reply when someone asks 'Quoi ?' ('Coiffeur').

Cash / money (from Arabic).

Like / kind of (super common filler).

Totally / seriously / very ('Grave !' = Totally!).

To love / really like something or someone.

Guy / dude / boyfriend.

Woman / girl / girlfriend (Verlan for 'femme').

My buddy / my pal.

Liar / bullshitter (from mythomane).

Crazy / insane (Verlan for 'fou').

péter un câble

To lose your mind / snap / freak out.

To stand someone up / not show up to a date.

Chilled out / relaxed / cozy.

Damn / fuck (most common general French interjection).

Annoying / heavy / a pain (Verlan for 'lourd').

Brother / bro (Verlan for 'frère').

To leave / bounce / get out of here.

Bitter frustration / salty annoyance ('Avoir le seum').

Work / shift / task.

Chill / cool / easy / no worries (often pronounced 'trankil').

Annoyed / angry / pissed off (Verlan for 'énervé').

Yo / what's up / hey (street greeting).

Weird / strange (Verlan for 'bizarre').

Rio de Janeiro & Brazil Slang

Dude / man / guy (extremely common address).

Cool, awesome, or nice ('Que festa maneira!').

Brother / bro (contraction of 'meu irmão').

A lot / extremely / like crazy.

Thanks! / Bye! / Cheers! (Universal casual Carioca sign-off).

Toronto Slang

The former abbreviation for the Air Canada Centre, now known as Scotiabank Arena, home to the Maple Leafs and Raptors.

Used to correct a misconception, emphasize a point, or introduce a surprising fact. Often used to mean "in reality" or "surprisingly".

From Jamaican Patois, meaning 'I know, right?' or 'isn't that the truth?' used for emphasis or agreement.

apartment hunting

The process of searching for an apartment to rent or buy.

The common nickname for the Toronto Argonauts, a professional Canadian football team (CFL).

Refers to the Faculty of Arts at a university (e.g., 'Arts and Science'). Sometimes used to refer to a student studying arts.

A lot, many, very.

basement apartment

A self-contained rental unit located in the basement of a house, common in Toronto.

Used to summarize, simplify, or introduce the most important point, or to express resignation.

An exclamation of approval or satisfaction; something excellent or desirable.

A Canadian flat, oval-shaped fried dough pastry, often topped with sweet condiments like cinnamon sugar or Nutella.

A private retail chain in Ontario specializing in the sale of beer, often owned by a consortium of major brewers.

A banknote (paper money) of any denomination.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), a smaller airport on the Toronto Islands primarily for regional flights.

Bloor Street, a major east-west arterial road in Toronto, known for its shopping districts.

The Toronto Blue Jays, a professional baseball team, and the only Canadian team in Major League Baseball (MLB).

A soccer-specific stadium located in Exhibition Place, Toronto, primarily home to Toronto FC and the Toronto Argonauts.

Sturdy footwear covering the foot and ankle, often extending up the leg, common in Canadian winters.

A security guard employed at a club, bar, or event to control entry and maintain order.

A large city northwest of Toronto, part of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), known for its rapid growth and large South Asian diaspora.

A colloquial term for one dollar, often used for American or general dollars.

A derogatory term for someone who is desperate, broke, or looks disheveled/unkept.

Acting crazy, irrational, or annoying; messing around.

A street performer who entertains for tips, common in public spaces like Kensington Market or along the Harbourfront.

A popular Canadian cocktail made with vodka, Clamato juice (a blend of tomato and clam broth), Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce, typically garnished with a celery stick.

A high-end Canadian brand known for its expensive winter parkas.

A debit or credit card used for electronic payments.

An annual Caribbean carnival festival held in Toronto, known for its parade and cultural events.

Money in the form of coins or banknotes, as opposed to checks or electronic payments.

To be annoyed, irritated, or angry.

A sofa or couch. This term is considered somewhat old-fashioned in modern Canadian English.

The activity of going out to dance clubs, especially at night.

The iconic communication and observation tower in downtown Toronto, a prominent landmark.

community garden

A shared green space where local residents cultivate plants, often found in urban neighbourhoods.

A privately owned apartment within a building, popular in urban areas like Toronto.

The ongoing process of building and developing new structures, a constant presence in Toronto.

A small, independently owned convenience store, typically located on a street corner, selling snacks, drinks, newspapers, and basic household items.

cottage country

A region in Ontario, typically north of Toronto, known for its many lakes and vacation properties (cottages), popular for weekend getaways.

Time spent at a cottage, a common recreational activity in Ontario, especially during summer.

Large, black, intelligent birds often seen and heard in urban environments, including Toronto.

A vibrant street and neighborhood in Toronto, famously known as "Greektown," offering numerous Greek restaurants, bakeries, and cultural festivals.

Decent, good, cool, acceptable.

A retail store specifically licensed to sell cannabis products.

Distillery District

A historic neighbourhood in Toronto, known for its Victorian-era industrial architecture, cobblestone streets, and independent shops, cafes, and galleries.

A casual, unpretentious, often older bar known for its low prices, local clientele, and sometimes rundown appearance.

A popular coffee order at Tim Hortons consisting of two creams and two sugars.

A term used to describe a person's fashionable outfit or overall sense of style, implying it's very cool or 'saucy'.

It's undeniable / You know what I mean?

Don Valley Parkway, a major municipal expressway in Toronto, known for its traffic congestion.

A large, multi-level indoor shopping mall located in downtown Toronto, one of Canada's busiest.

A filler word used at the end of a sentence to confirm understanding, seek agreement, or express surprise, similar to "right?" or "huh?".

A large, diverse borough in the western part of Toronto, known for its residential areas, parks, and waterfront access.

An exclamation used to affirm something as true or to express agreement; 'that's true.'

Friend, close acquaintance (short for family).

A public market where farmers sell produce, meats, baked goods, and other products directly to consumers.

Short for 'outfit,' referring to a person's coordinated clothing ensemble, often used to praise a stylish look.

An event celebrating various types of cuisine, often featuring local vendors, food trucks, and culinary demonstrations.

The sound of someone walking, a frequent ambient noise in a bustling city like Toronto.

Rain that freezes upon contact with surfaces, creating a dangerous layer of ice.

Pretending to be something you're not; putting on a false image.

Frederick G. Gardiner Expressway, a major municipal expressway in Toronto, running along the waterfront.

Gardiner Expressway

A major elevated municipal expressway running along the lakeshore in downtown Toronto.

To put maximum effort into something, often used encouragingly.

Coverings for the hands, with separate sheaths for each finger and the thumb, essential for cold weather.

Government of Ontario Transit, a regional public transit system serving the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area.

A famous laneway in Toronto known for its vibrant and constantly changing street art and murals.

A severe form of traffic congestion where a road or entire area becomes completely blocked, preventing any movement.

A list of invited guests who are granted free or discounted entry to an event, club, or party.

From Jamaican Patois, meaning 'girl' or 'woman,' often used affectionately or to refer to a female friend.

A period of time, usually in the late afternoon or early evening, when a bar or restaurant offers discounted drinks and appetizers.

A cultural and recreational area along the waterfront in downtown Toronto, featuring parks, art installations, and performance venues.

Very angry, upset, or in an intense argument.

A large urban park in Toronto's west end, known for its diverse flora and fauna, walking trails, and Cherry Blossoms.

Openly, overtly, or intensely; the opposite of lowkey.

A historical, sometimes derogatory, nickname for Toronto, referring to its past as a major meat-packing centre and perceived conservative nature.

The sound made by a vehicle's horn, often used to alert others or express frustration in traffic.

The amount of moisture or water vapor in the air, making hot weather feel even stickier and more uncomfortable.

A traditional Jamaican dish where chicken is marinated in a spicy jerk spice mixture and then slow-cooked, often grilled or smoked.

An eclectic and bohemian neighborhood in downtown Toronto, known for its vibrant market, vintage shops, unique cafes, and diverse community.

Kensington Market

A vibrant and eclectic bohemian neighbourhood in downtown Toronto, known for its vintage shops, independent boutiques, food vendors, and unique cultural atmosphere.

An upscale and trendy neighborhood in downtown Toronto, known for its high-rise condos, fine dining restaurants, and nightlife.

A cooling wind that blows inland from Lake Ontario, especially noticeable on hot summer days.

The owner of a property who rents it out to others.

Liquor Control Board of Ontario, the provincial government agency that retails and distributes alcoholic beverages in Ontario.

The common nickname for the Toronto Maple Leafs, a professional ice hockey team.

A legal contract outlining the terms and conditions between a landlord and tenant for renting a property.

The Yonge-University subway line, Toronto's busiest subway route.

The Bloor-Danforth subway line, running east-west across Toronto.

Contact information, particularly social media handles or phone numbers.

A temporary retail store, restaurant, or event space, often set up by local entrepreneurs for a limited time.

A weekend that includes an extra public holiday, making it three or more days long.

The Canadian one-dollar coin, named for the loon bird depicted on it.

Plural of loonie; Canadian one-dollar coins.

A stylish bar or a relaxed social space, often with comfortable seating, where drinks and light food are served.

Discreet, subtle, or kept secret; also used as an adverb to mean "somewhat" or "secretly".

From Jamaican Patois/UK slang, meaning 'my male friends,' 'the guys,' or a group of male associates.

I / me (referring to oneself), or a group of friends/people.

Extremely hungry or starving.

A 375 ml (13 oz) bottle of liquor, typically spirits, in Canada.

Be quiet, calm down, shut up.

No lie, no exaggeration; meaning something is completely true. Derived from hip-hop culture.

Definitely; certainly; expressing strong agreement or certainty.

no word of a lie

An emphatic phrase used to assure someone that what is being said is completely true and not an exaggeration.

A large, diverse borough in the northern part of Toronto, known for its business districts, shopping centers, and residential neighborhoods.

An annual all-night contemporary art event in Toronto, featuring installations and performances.

Behaving inappropriately, unacceptably, or disrespectfully.

out of the woods

No longer in danger or difficulty.

Colloquial term for money, specifically banknotes.

A casual gathering or social event with friends in a public park, often involving food, drinks, and relaxation.

A type of highway or arterial road, often scenic or with limited access. In Toronto, it often refers to the Don Valley Parkway (DVP) specifically.

An outdoor dining or drinking area, often attached to a restaurant or bar, popular in warmer weather.

The period of warm weather, typically spring to fall, when outdoor dining and drinking at restaurants and bars becomes popular.

A savory pastry filled with various fillings, most commonly spiced ground beef, popular in Jamaican cuisine and widely available in Toronto.

A type of lean, unsmoked bacon made from boneless pork loin, rolled in ground peameal (cornmeal today), often served on a bun.

Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Canada's busiest airport.

Used emphatically at the end of a statement to indicate that there is nothing more to be said or argued about; end of discussion.

Common urban birds, often seen congregating in public spaces like squares and parks in Toronto.

Carbonated soft drink; soda.

A temporary retail space, restaurant, or event that 'pops up' for a limited time, often to test new concepts or build hype.

A classic French-Canadian dish consisting of french fries topped with cheese curds and smothered in hot gravy.

To drink alcohol or socialize at home or a less expensive location before going out to a main event, party, or club.

Toronto's annual Pride Month celebration, featuring a large parade and street festival celebrating LGBTQ+ communities.

An individual or company responsible for organizing, advertising, and attracting attendees to events, clubs, or concerts.

A trendy and artistic neighborhood in downtown Toronto, known for its boutiques, music venues, art galleries, and vibrant nightlife.

The common nickname for the Toronto Raptors, a professional basketball team, and the only Canadian team in the NBA.

A request for or an assertion of honest, serious, or straightforward conversation.

Government regulations that limit the amount by which landlords can increase rent.

A journey by car over a long distance, often for pleasure.

A multi-purpose stadium in downtown Toronto with a retractable roof, primarily home to the Toronto Blue Jays. Formerly known as SkyDome.

A person who shares a room or an apartment with others.

To give someone a ride, or to transport something/someone.

A person who goes to a store (like a liquor store) to buy alcohol for others.

An abbreviation for Scotiabank Arena, a multi-purpose indoor arena home to the Maple Leafs and Raptors.

A large, diverse borough in the eastern part of Toronto, known for its multicultural communities and natural landmarks like the Bluffs.

A piece of fabric worn around the neck, head, or shoulders for warmth, fashion, or religious reasons.

A longer, more picturesque way to reach a destination.

A major Canadian bank and the naming rights sponsor for the Scotiabank Arena in downtown Toronto.

Scotiabank Arena

A multi-purpose arena in downtown Toronto, home to the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors, formerly known as Air Canada Centre.

A Middle Eastern dish of marinated meat (lamb, chicken, beef) cooked on a vertical spit, thinly sliced, and often served in a pita wrap with vegetables and sauce.

The act of clearing snow using a shovel, typically from sidewalks, driveways, or cars after a snowfall.

Excellent; very good; impressive.

A secondary job or income-generating activity, usually done in addition to one's main employment.

Loud, piercing warning sounds from emergency vehicles like police cars, ambulances, or fire trucks.

Partially melted snow or ice, often found on roads and sidewalks, making conditions messy.

Athletic shoes designed for sports or casual wear, typically with rubber soles, also known as 'runners' in Canada.

A severe weather event characterized by heavy snowfall and strong winds, often causing significant disruption.

A bar that is hidden or not overtly advertised, often with a theme reminiscent of Prohibition-era establishments.

Common, normal, expected, or satisfactory. Often used as an affirmation.

A colloquial term for hot dogs, sausages, and other grilled meats sold by street vendors, especially popular late-night in downtown Toronto.

A public transit vehicle that runs on rails embedded in city streets, common in Toronto.

streetcar rumble

The distinctive low, vibrating sound made by Toronto's streetcars as they move along their tracks.

A distinct style of casual clothing that originated from Californian surf and skate culture, embracing comfort and urban fashion.

A variant of "still" used to emphasize a statement or express agreement, similar to "for real" or "definitely".

To rent out a property, or part of a property, that one is currently renting to another person.

Toronto's underground rapid transit system.

The distinctive sound signal played on Toronto's subway trains to indicate closing doors or an approaching station.

A superintendent, the person responsible for the maintenance and management of an apartment building.

Good, great, awesome, excellent.

An older, informal nickname for Toronto, often used in hip-hop culture.

The common abbreviation for Toronto FC, a professional soccer (football) team in Major League Soccer (MLS).

A popular nickname for Toronto, popularized by Drake, referring to the city's 416/647 area codes and six former municipalities.

A historic and affluent residential neighborhood in downtown Toronto, known for its Victorian and Edwardian architecture, tree-lined streets, and proximity to the University of Toronto.

A popular nickname for the city of Toronto, popularized by Drake, referring to its 416/647/437 area codes and former boroughs.

To shop at second-hand stores for used items, often to save money or find unique pieces; also, the act of being economical.

The Toronto International Film Festival, one of the world's largest public film festivals.

A common, informal nickname for the Canadian coffee and donut chain Tim Hortons.

A knitted winter hat, often synonymous with 'toque' in Canada, particularly in older usage.

The Canadian two-dollar coin.

Plural of toonie; Canadian two-dollar coins.

A knitted winter hat, often pronounced 'tuke'. This is the more common modern Canadian term.

A chain of small islands offshore from mainland Toronto, accessible by ferry, offering parks, beaches, and an amusement park.

A multi-story home that shares one or more walls with adjacent properties, often in a row.

An exclamation expressing agreement or acknowledgement of a statement's truth.

Toronto Transit Commission (public transit system).

A common occurrence where Toronto's public transit (TTC) experiences a disruption or delay.

A case of 24 bottles or cans of beer.

Toronto's main intermodal transportation hub, serving GO Transit, VIA Rail, UP Express, and the TTC subway and streetcars.

The Union Pearson Express, an airport rail link connecting Union Station to Pearson International Airport.

Legitimate, reasonable, or acceptable; used to express agreement or approval of an idea or statement.

Referring to items, especially clothing or accessories, that are from a past era, typically at least 20 years old, valued for their quality, style, or nostalgic appeal.

Arabic for 'I swear to God,' used as an exclamation of truth or emphasis.

A useless person, someone who is lazy or unproductive.

Behaving in an uncontrolled, crazy, or rowdy manner; acting out.

The perceived decrease in air temperature felt by the body on exposed skin due to the flow of air.

winter is coming

A common expression, often referencing Game of Thrones, used to denote the approach of Toronto's notoriously long and cold winter season.

Yonge Street, a major arterial road in Toronto, historically considered the longest street in the world.

From Jamaican Patois, meaning 'youth,' typically referring to a young person or a young male.

Yerevan & Armenia Slang

աբիժնիկ (Abijnik)

Easily offended person, someone who holds grudges (from Russian "обидчик" - wrongdoer, but here meaning "обиженный" - offended one)

Աբովյան (Abovyan)

Abovyan Street (historic street in Yerevan, often pedestrianized)

ախպեր (Akhper)

Bro / brother / dude. A very casual form used between friends and in street conversation.

ախպեր ջան (Akhper jan)

Dear bro / my dear brother. Combines informal friendship with Armenian warmth.

ախպերս (Akhpers)

My bro / my brother. An affectionate informal way to address a close male friend.

ախրանիկ (Akhranik)

A bouncer or security guard at a club or venue.

ամառ (amar)

անձրև (andzrev)

աշխատանք (Ashkhatank)

Work, labor, employment.

աշխարհ (Ashkharh)

World (often used to express amazement, or the 'social scene')

աշուն (ashun)

աչքդ լույս (Achkd luis)

Congratulations (literally "your eye light")

ապե՛, հանգիստ (Ape, hangist)

Bro, relax / take it easy. A casual way to tell someone to calm down.

ապեր (Aper)

Bro / brother (shortened from եղբայր/ապեր).

ապրես (Apres)

Bravo! / Well done! / Good job!

Աջափնյակ (Ajapnyak)

Ajapnyak District, a large residential district in western Yerevan

Hey man! / Dude! (Casual street call among close male friends; can sound rude to strangers).

Արաբկիր (Arabkir)

Arabkir District, a residential district in northern Yerevan

Well / So / Of course (common filler and soft agreement).

բաստուրմա (basturma)

Highly seasoned, air-dried cured beef

բարև (Barev)

Hello / Hi (Universal Armenian greeting).

բոմբ (Bomb)

Amazing, excellent, fantastic (from Russian "бомба" meaning bomb, used as "something explosive/great")

բոմժ (Bomzh)

Homeless person, tramp (from Russian "бомж" - Без Определённого Места Жительства)

բուտիկ (Butik)

A small boutique or clothing store.

բրատ (Brat)

Bro / brother. Russian-influenced Yerevan street slang used informally among friends.

գաթա (gata)

Traditional Armenian sweet bread or pastry

գարուն (garun)

գետինն անցնել (Getinn antsnel)

To pass into the ground (To be embarrassed, to wish the ground would swallow you)

գլուխս տարար (Glukhs tarar)

You took my head (You bothered me/drove me crazy)

գորգ (Gorg)

A traditional Armenian carpet or rug.

գործ (Gorc)

Work, business, task.

ԳՈՒՄ-ի շուկա (GUM)

A large indoor market in Yerevan, primarily for fresh produce and household goods.

գրաֆիտի (Graffiti)

դավայ (Davay)

Come on, let's go, alright (from Russian "давай")

Well / come on / so. A flexible conversational filler used to move a conversation along.

դե լավ (De lav)

Alright then / okay, fine. Often used to accept something or end a disagreement.

դե հա, հասկացա (De ha, hasgatsa)

Yeah, okay, I got it. A natural casual response when acknowledging what someone has explained.

դուխ (Dukh)

Spirit, courage, guts (from Russian 'dukh').

դրամ (Dram)

Armenian currency unit (AMD).

երաժշտություն (Erajshutyun)

Երիտասարդական (Yeritasardakan)

Yeritasardakan (Youth) Metro Station

էշ մի սատկի (Esh mi satki)

Don't die, donkey (Sarcastic, rude way of telling someone to stop complaining or being useless)

Էվրիկա (Evrika)

A well-known electronics store chain in Armenia.

Tag (stylized signature of a graffiti artist)

ինչ ես ասում (Inch es asum)

What are you saying? / What do you mean? Depending on tone, it can show surprise or disagreement.

ինչ կա չկա (Inch ka chka)

What's up? / What's going on? A casual way to ask how things are.

լահմաջուն (lahmajun)

Thin flatbread topped with minced meat and vegetables

Okay / good / all right. A very common everyday word for agreement or acceptance.

լուրջ ես ասում (Lurj es asum)

Are you serious? / Are you really saying that?

խաչքար (Khachkar)

Khachkar (Armenian cross-stone)

խորշակ (khorshak)

Scorching, stifling heat (dry, intense, often windy heat)

խորոված (khorovats)

Armenian barbecue/grilled meat

խուրջինդ տուր (Khurjint tur)

Give me your bag/stuff (can imply "hand over your valuables" or "give me a share")

կայֆ (Kaif)

Pleasure, enjoyment, high (from Arabic/Turkish, via Russian "кайф")

Կասկադ (Kaskad)

The Cascade, a giant stairway in Yerevan city center

Կասկադի համերգ (Cascadi hamerg)

Cascade concert (referring to a concert held at the Cascade complex)

կավե գործեր (Clay works)

Clay works or clay pottery crafts sold in Yerevan.

կաֆեշկա (Kafeshka)

Small cafe/coffee shop (often cozy or informal)

Կենտրոն (Kentron)

Center District, the central administrative district of Yerevan

Կիևյան (Kievyan)

Kievyan Street (main street connecting Baghramyan to the Kievyan Bridge)

կլաս (Klas)

Class (can refer to a social group, or a level of quality, from Russian "класс")

կրպակ (Krpak)

Kiosk or small stand, often selling cigarettes, newspapers, snacks, or coffee.

Yes / Yeah (very common casual affirmative, more street than formal 'ayo').

հա բա (Ha ba)

Of course! / Exactly! / Yeah, obviously. An emphatic casual agreement.

հա բա, ապեր (Ha ba, aper)

Of course, bro! / Exactly, bro! An emphatic friendly agreement.

հա, ճիշտ ա (Ha, chisht a)

Yeah, that's right / yes, true.

հալալ (Halal)

Lawful, permissible (often implying earned honestly or fairly).

Հանրապետության Հրապարակ (Hanrapetutyan Hraparak)

Republic Square, the central square of Yerevan

հաջող (Hajogh)

Good luck / take care / all the best. A casual way to wish someone well, especially when parting.

հասկացա (Hasgatsa)

Got it / I understood.

հարուստ (Harust)

հոգիս հանեց (Hogis hanec)

S/he took out my soul (S/he annoyed me greatly, exhausted me)

հոպար (Hopar)

Uncle / older male relative; also used respectfully or familiarly for an older man in some contexts.

ձեռ առնել (Dzer arnel)

To mock, to tease, to make fun of

ձեռք բերել (Dzerk berel)

To acquire, to obtain, to gain.

ձմեռ (dzmer)

ճշտով ապեր (Chshtov aper)

True bro! / For real brother! (Used when confirming an undeniable truth).

Մալաթիա-Սեբաստիա (Malatia-Sebastia)

Malatia-Sebastia District, a large residential district in western Yerevan, named after historic Armenian cities

մանեթ (Manet)

Coin, small change (old slang, derived from Russian 'moneta').

Մաշտոց (Mashtots)

Mashtots Avenue (major avenue in Yerevan, named after Mesrop Mashtots)

մատնաքաշ (matnakash)

Traditional Armenian leavened bread with a distinctive hand-pressed pattern

մարշրուտկա (marshrutka)

Minibus (public transport)

մետրո (metro)

մերսի (Mersi)

Thanks! (Universal casual way to say thank you in Yerevan).

Յանդեքս (Yandex)

Yandex Taxi (ride-hailing service)

Նոր Նորք (Nor Nork)

Nor Nork District, a large residential district in eastern Yerevan

Շենգավիթ (Shengavit)

Shengavit District, a district in southwestern Yerevan

Boss / chief. Informally used to address someone, not necessarily an actual manager.

շուկա (Shuka)

Market (general term for any market, open-air or covered).

շուստրի (Shustri)

Quick, nimble, clever, shrewd (from Russian "шустрый")

որմնանկար (Mural)

A large mural or street painting on a building facade.

չեմ հասկանում (Chem haskanum)

I don't understand.

No / not. A very common casual negative response.

There isn't / no / nothing. Common casual street phrasing for saying something is unavailable or absent.

չկա խնդիր (Chka khndir)

No problem / don't worry.

չոտկի (Chotki)

Cool, awesome, precise (from Russian "чёткий")

չքավոր (Chkavor)

Poor, destitute.

պակա (Paka)

Bye (informal, from Russian "пока")

պայծառ (paytsar)

Bright/Clear (weather, sunny)

պաշոլ (Pashol)

Get lost, go away (rude, from Russian "пошёл")

պատվեր (Patver)

Order (as in, placing an order for food or service)

պոնչիկ (ponchik)

Fried dough pastry, often filled with cream or jam (Armenian donut)

ջազվե (jazzve)

Small pot used for brewing Armenian/Turkish coffee

Sweetheart / dear / soul. Added after any name (e.g., 'Arman jan') to show warmth and affection.

ջուրը գցել (Jure gcel)

To throw into the water (To mess things up, to ruin plans)

A popular supermarket chain in Armenia.

Սասունցի Դավիթ (Sasuntsi Davit)

Sasuntsi Davit (David of Sasun) Train Station, Yerevan's central railway station and surrounding area.

սմոգ (smog)

սուպերմարկետ (Supermarket)

Supermarket (general term).

սուջուխ (sujukh)

Dry, spicy fermented sausage

սուրճ (Soortch)

Coffee (iconic Armenian coffee ritual).

սուրճ (surj)

Coffee (specifically Armenian/Turkish style coffee)

սպաս (spas)

Traditional Armenian yogurt soup with herbs and groats

Wow! / Oh! An emotional reaction to surprise, shock, or admiration.

Վերնիսաժ (Vernissage)

Open-air market in Yerevan, famous for arts, crafts, souvenirs, and jewelry.

Վերնիսաժի նկարիչներ (Vernissage painters)

Vernissage painters (artists selling their work at the Vernissage market)

տարի (Tari)

տաքսի (taksi)

տոմս (Toms)

տոնավաճառ (Tonavachar)

Fair or bazaar, often seasonal or themed, selling various goods.

տուսովկա (Tusovka)

A party or gathering, popular local slang for a social event.

ցավդ տանեմ (Tsavd tanem)

I'll take your pain (expression of deep affection/empathy)

ցավդ տանեմ (Tsavt tanem)

Deeply affectionate phrase literally meaning 'Let me take your pain/trouble'.

ցուրտ (tsurt)

փակ շուկա (Pak shuka)

Covered market, often referring to the building of a large indoor market (like the old GUM market building).

Money (informal, common street slang).

փողոցային երաժիշտ (Busker)

A street musician performing in Yerevan's public spaces.

փողոցային կատարող (Street performer)

A street performer, entertainer, or artist performing outdoors.

քուչա (Qucha)

Street / the street / street life. A colloquial Yerevan-style form associated with the street, neighborhood life, and informal urban culture.

քուչի կռիվ (Quchi kriv)

Street fight / street brawl. Literally 'fight of the street'; can also describe rough street-style confrontation.

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