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Boomer Slang
OGs who ask "what's WiFi?" unironically
Born: 1946-1964
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About Boomer
🏷️ Also Known As
Popular nicknames and alternative names for Boomer
Baby Boomers
Boomers
OK Boomer
The Woodstock Generation
The Me Generation
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OGs who ask "what's WiFi?" unironically
Born: 1946-1964
Popular nicknames and alternative names for Boomer
Age Range
61-79 years old
Current Age (2025)
Currently 61-79 years old (as of 2025)
Birth Years
1946-1964
Average Income
$50,000 - $70,000 annually (many retired)
Average Net Worth
$200,000 - $1,200,000 (highest net worth generation, includes home equity and retirement savings)
To selfishly keep something for oneself (like a joint) instead of sharing.
Example:
""Don't bogart that, pass it over.""
To dance, especially to disco or funk music.
Example:
""Let's boogie down on the dance floor.""
Acronym: 'By The Way' - used to introduce additional information.
Example:
""BTW, did you hear about the concert?""
A disappointing or depressing experience.
Example:
""You lost your tickets? What a bummer.""
A person who smokes a lot of marijuana; a slacker.
Example:
""He dropped out of school to become a total burnout.""
"Do you understand?" or "Do you agree?"
Example:
""We're all going to the show. Can you dig it?""
"See you later."
Example:
""I'm heading out. Catch you on the flip-side.""
The defining word for "good," "stylish," or "calm."
Example:
""He's a cool cat." / "That's cool, man.""
Everything is fine, okay, or "all right."
Example:
""Don't worry, everything is copacetic.""
Something that is boring, tedious, or a "bummer."
Example:
""Having to go to school on a sunny day is a drag.""
Excellent, amazing, or "way out there."
Example:
""You saw that light show? It was far out.""
The hippie philosophy of non-violence and peace.
Example:
""She's a true believer in flower power.""
To have an intense, negative, or crazy reaction; to lose control.
Example:
""He's going to freak out when he sees the mess.""
Having a strong, earthy rhythm (music) or a bad smell.
Example:
""That's a funky bassline." / "Whew, something's funky.""
Acronym: 'For Your Information' - used to share information.
Example:
""FYI, the meeting is at 3 PM.""
"Shake my hand" or "give me a low-five."
Example:
""Great job, man. Gimme some skin.""
To be in an exclusive romantic relationship.
Example:
""Are Tom and Mary just dating, or are they going steady?""
A personal problem or psychological issue; an inhibition.
Example:
""He's got a real hang-up about being on time.""
A stylish, "cool" person, usually a man.
Example:
""He's a real hepcat, always knows the latest music.""
Nonsense, or to be "uncool." A "Jive Turkey" is a "fool."
Example:
""Don't give me that jive." / "He's just a jive turkey.""
"Keep going," "don't give up."
Example:
""Times are tough, but you just gotta keep on truckin'.""
Shoes (e.g., sneakers) or, "for fun."
Example:
""I just got some new kicks." / "I did it just for kicks.""
"Tell me" or "Give me the information."
Example:
""I hear you have some news. Lay it on me.""
A universal punctuation word, used at the start or end of a sentence.
Example:
""Man, that was a great concert." / "I don't know, man.""
A serious girlfriend/boyfriend, or wife/husband.
Example:
""I'm staying in with my old lady tonight.""
A person's apartment or house.
Example:
""We're going back to my pad to listen to records.""
"Just kidding!" Said after tricking someone.
Example:
""I'm quitting my job... Psyche!""
A bad deal; something that costs more than it's worth.
Example:
""Those tickets were $50? What a rip-off.""
Acronym: 'Répondez S'il Vous Plaît' (French for 'Please Respond') - requesting a response to an invitation.
Example:
""Please RSVP by Friday for the party.""
"The details," "the inside information."
Example:
""What's the skinny on the new project?""
A dance for high schoolers, where shoes were removed to protect the gym floor.
Example:
""Are you going to the sock hop after the game?""
An "uncool," old-fashioned, or conventional person.
Example:
""He won't listen to rock and roll? He's a real square.""
The symbol of authority: the government, police, or "the system."
Example:
""Don't let The Man keep you down.""
Acronym: 'Ta-Ta For Now' - a playful way to say goodbye.
Example:
""I'm heading out, TTFN!""
To "freak out" or lose control.
Example:
""He's going to wig out when he hears the news.""
To fall off a surfboard; to fail spectacularly.
Example:
""He had a bad wipe out on that last wave.""
Extremely tired or "out of it" (from exhaustion or substances).
Example:
""I was up all night studying, I'm totally zonked.""