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Slang tagged with internet

404

Clueless; confused; not present (derived from the HTTP error code "Not Found").

4G / 5G

Generations of high-speed mobile technology, used colloquially to mean fast or reliable internet.

banter

Good-natured, playful conversation or teasing, often happening in group chats or online comment sections.

go-ra-ngi (๊ณ ๋ผ๋‹ˆ)

A person who makes a lot of mistakes or is clumsy online (from "goh-rah-ni" - Korean water deer, which is known for being clumsy).

go viral

To become extremely popular on the internet in a short amount of time.

lore

The backstory, history, or detailed context required to understand a niche trend or creator.

mukbang (๋จน๋ฐฉ)

Eating broadcast. A global term originated in Korea for videos of people eating.

simp

Someone who is overly submissive or desperate for another persons attention online, especially in a romantic context.

stan

To be an overly enthusiastic fan of a celebrity or a piece of media.

time pass

To pass time; often used for aimlessly scrolling through social media or the internet.

troll

To post inflammatory or offensive comments online with the intention of provoking others.

troll

Someone who posts inflammatory or offensive messages online to provoke a response.

trolling

To post inflammatory comments (from English, widely used).