10 American English Slang Words and Phrases with TV Series & Movies

American Slang Words

Slang is words and phrases that are very informal and you might have trouble understanding people if you donโ€™t know their meanings. Even if you donโ€™t want to use slang words, you must know them to understand native speakers. Youโ€™ll also come across slang words when youโ€™re watching TV Series and movies.

Here are some of the most common American slang words and phrases that you should know;

10 American Slang Words with Examples and Meaning

My bad

Definition; used to say that you have made a mistake
– A: Why didn’t you call me yesterday?
B:
My bad. I’ll call you tonight.

A buck

Definition; a dollar
– I went through five hundred bucks on my last trip to New York.

Wheels

Definition; a car
– I hate taking the bus to school. I need to get some wheels.

To dump

Definition; to suddenly end a relationship with someone
– He’s really upset. His girlfriend has just dumped him.

Sure thing

Definition; used to show agreement
– A: Can you lend me your dictionary?
B: Sure thing.


Wasted

Definition; to be very drunk or affected by drugs
– He was too wasted to walk straight.

Down-to-earth

Definition; someone who is practical, realistic and friendly
– I get along well with her. She’s a down-to-earth and sensible person.

Flake / Flake out

Definition; to do something strange or not do what you are expected to do
– He said we’d go out tonight but he flaked out on me.

A blast

Definition; a very exciting and enjoyable experience
– We had a blast at the party.
– The party was a blast.


Chill / Chill out

Definition; to relax completely, or not allow things to upset you
– I will spend the day chilling out in front of the TV.

Weโ€™re going to go through 10 Common American Slang Words that you must know in the video below.

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