In 2015, it seemed that there was a new language made of slang and more interesting words that replaced “boring” or “average” words. My own eyes have seen people as young as three to as old as 90 use this new language.There are two different definitions for each word, one being the actual everyday definition, and the second one being the 2015 “new” or “hip” definition.

Bae – 1. Acronym for “before anyone else” 2. Another word for babe  “My significant other and I have been together for four years. She is my bae.”

Bruh – 1. Bro, Brother 2. What one says when something bizarre is seen; a response in disbelief  “Bruh, that test was so hard. It was 100 questions long.”

I’m dead – 1. The act of actually being dead 2. What one says when he hears something funny and cannot control his laughter.  “That is the funniest thing I have heard all day; I’m dead.”

Low-key – 1. Opposite of doing something in an obvious manner 2. To keep something on the low, not blatant  “She is an outgoing person, just in a very low-key way until you get to know her.”

Roast – 1. A way to cook something; a type of food 2. Ridiculing someone in a joking way  “Did you see the roast of Justin Bieber on Comedy Central last night?” Shade/Shady – 1. An area of no sun 2. The act of being sneaky  “If you want to ask someone to prom without them finding out, you will have to be shady.”

Squad – 1. Group of people 2. A word a group of two or more friends tend to scream in the hallway or hashtag on their Instagram group pics  “I will be at the movies with my squad at 4:30 p.m. to watch the new Star Wars movie.”

Tea – 1. A drink 2. Usually referring to gossip, often referenced with the phrase “Sips tea,” meaning “That is none of my business.”  “That guy is way too loud, but I’m just gonna sip my tea.”

Turnt – 1. “Turned” – The turning of something 2. The act of having fun  “The prom is going to be so fun. We are all going to be turnt.”

All of these words will probably diminish by mid-2016, and a new batch will develop. Until then, do not throw any shade or roast anyone – there may be consequences.