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British youth slang
Words that are distinctly British: from London, Caribbean or Multicultural London English roots, or simply used differently in the UK. An American child will rarely say most of these. 9 terms. Updated 2 November 2026.
The short answer
The AlphaBetaMinds slang dictionary holds 9 terms that are distinctly British, including blud, clapped and dead. Each links to a page with its meaning, origin and a rating of whether an adult can use it.
| Term | In brief | Type | Rating for adults | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| blud | mate — or, ironically, "he" ("blud thinks…") | Noun | Safe | 2006–2026 |
| clapped | ugly or unattractive (British); worn out | Adjective | Not safe (recognise only) | 2017–2026 |
| dead | boring, lifeless — or extremely funny | Adjective | Safe | 2015–2026 |
| heavy | strongly agree, absolutely | Adverb | Safe | 2019–2026 |
| innit | isn't it — tag question and general filler | Tag | Safe | 1990–2026 |
| long | tedious, more effort than it is worth | Adjective | Safe | 2014–2026 |
| peng | attractive or excellent | Adjective | Safe | 2015–2026 |
| tuff | excellent, impressive | Adjective | Safe | 2020–2026 |
| wagwan | what is going on — a greeting | Greeting | Safe | 2010–2026 |