Gen Alpha slang · Verb
slay
Meaning
Slay is Gen Alpha slang for to do something impressively well, used mainly by ages 11–30.
Where it came from
From ballroom and drag culture, mainstream since the late 2010s. Now considered slightly dated by younger users.
Tone check
Compliment. Reads as millennial if an adult says it.
Used in a sentence
"Slay."
Peak: 2020–2024
Age range: 11–30
Safe for adults to use
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