Japanese & English slang and culture expressions

くさ

Japanese internet slang meaning "lol" or laughter; derived from "wwww" looking like grass.

やばい

Can mean dangerous/bad, but also "awesome" depending on context.

がち

For real; emphasizing seriousness.

わろた

A casual typed way of saying "I laughed".

ちる

To relax, hang out, chill.

とうとい

So precious/adorable it's overwhelming; often used to praise idols or ships.

ばずる

To go viral on social media.

けーわい

Short for "can't read the room".

えもい

Emotionally moving, nostalgic, or moody.

あんけん

A project or job; on social media can imply a sponsored deal.

くさ

Internet slang for laughter, similar to 'lol'.

だぶりゅー

A single 'w' used online to indicate laughter.

だぶりゅーだぶりゅーだぶりゅー

Multiple w's to show stronger laughter online.

わろた

A casual way of saying 'I laughed' in text.

おつ

Short for 'otsukaresama'; a casual 'good job'.

それな

A strong 'same' or 'exactly'.

わかる

A quick 'I feel that' or 'I get it'.

むり

Means 'I can't' or 'no way'.

しんどい

Feeling drained, tough, or emotionally heavy.

めんたる

Your mental state or emotional stamina.

やみふかい

Something feels dark, heavy, or disturbing beneath the surface.

えぐい

So intense it's almost too much; can be good or bad.

がち

For real; emphasizing seriousness.

ぎゃくに

Used to pivot: 'on the other hand' or 'actually'.

つんだ

Feels like you're stuck with no way out (game over).

わんちゃん

Maybe, there's a chance; 'one chance'.

ぽい

Short for '~ppoi', meaning 'looks/seems like'.

しかかたん

Means 'nothing beats ~'; a strong favorite claim.

かいわい

A scene or community around a topic.

えんじょう

Online backlash or a social media firestorm.

おし

Your favorite idol or character you support the most.

おしかつ

Activities to support your oshi (events, merch, posts).

とうとい

So precious it hurts; used to praise favorites.

ぬま

A fandom hole you fall into and can't escape.

かいしゃくいっち

When someone matches your interpretation perfectly.

きょうきゅう

New content or info about your fandom ('supply').

ゆうしょう

'The best'; a hyperbolic compliment.

かみ

'God-tier'; insanely good.

かみかい

An exceptionally good episode.

こさん

A long-time fan or early supporter.

しんき

A new fan or newcomer.

げんば

The live venue or event site.

はこおし

Supporting an entire group or unit, not just one member.

やばい

Can mean amazing or terrible depending on context.

いいかんじ

Feels good; just the right vibe.

びみょう

So-so; not great but not terrible.

なるほど

'I see'; acknowledging understanding.

だいじょうぶ

Means 'it's fine'; can also mean 'no thanks'.

ちょっと

'A little'; often used to soften a refusal.

すみません

Used for apology, getting attention, or thanks.

よろしくおねがいします

A standard phrase for requests and introductions.

おつかれさまです

A greeting acknowledging someone's effort.

くうきよむ

To read the room and act accordingly.

もったいない

What a waste; too good to throw away.

せんぱい

A senior person in school, clubs, or work.

こうはい

A junior member in the same group.

かわいい

Cute, adorable.

かっこいい

Cool, stylish, attractive.

がんばって

'Do your best' or 'good luck'.

おねがいします

Please; a polite request.