Collect now: these are the top ten for the youth word of 2023
The youth word of 2023 is in the starting blocks. Langenscheidt-Verlag has announced the ten terms to be elected. Until September 13th, you can vote on the top ten on the website "www.jugendwort.de". However, only the votes of the participants between 10 and 20 years are taken into account for the evaluation. Only then, from September 20 to October 11, can then be chosen again from the three favorites. The following terms are available: NPC (abbreviation for "non-player character"): This name is used pejorative to clarify that someone is unimportant. Example: "Look at the NPC!" May …

Collect now: these are the top ten for the youth word of 2023
The youth word of 2023 is in the starting blocks. Langenscheidt-Verlag has announced the ten terms to be elected. Until September 13th, you can vote on the top ten on the website "www.jugendwort.de". However, only the votes of the participants between 10 and 20 years are taken into account for the evaluation. Only then, from September 20 to October 11, can then be chosen again from the three favorites.
The following terms are available:
- NPC (abbreviation for "non-player character"): This name is used pejorative to clarify that someone is unimportant. Example: "Take a look at the NPC!"
- he may like this: an abbreviation of "Can he just say that?" and is used to express astonishment about provocative statements or actions.
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side eye (German: page view): The term is used to show contempt or disapproval.
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yolo (acronym for "You only live once"): This request stands for taking opportunities and taking risks. Example: "Boah, it will be expensive! No matter, Yolo!"
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Slay: An expression of consent or admiration. Example: "Your outfit looks good! Slay!"
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Goofy: An adjective in the sense of "funny", "clumsy" or "Weird".
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on lock (abbreviation for "on loose"): This means to tackle things in a relaxed manner. Example: "I go out with a few friends!"
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guy: A salutation for a friend who is mostly used in the masculine form. The origin is probably a meme that is particularly popular on the Reddit platform: "It's Wednesday, my guys".
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rizz: This term describes a person's ability to flirt charmingly and verbally well. Example: "He really has Rizz!" or "I showed her my rizz and she belonged to me".
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DIGGA (H): A often used salutation for a buddy or colleague. Example: "Ey Digga" or "Digga, I'm so hungry".
The youth word of the year has been chosen annually by Langenscheidt-Verlag since 2008. Langenscheidt was taken over by Pons in 2019, which led to restructuring and the election as a youth word was.
The winner of the youth word of 2023 will be announced on October 22nd.