The Most Searched For Slang Words in Florida

I know what the literal meaning of the word "demure" is. But do you know what it's slang for with kids today? (Wow does it make me feel old saying that last part.)

Unscramblerer.com ran the numbers looking at Google Trends for 2024. The slang that more Floridians searched for than any other according to their research was "demure." Most of us probably have always known that word to mean "reserved, modest or shy in manner or appearance." But Tik Tok has apparently changed demure's meaning a bit.

Turns out "Jools Lebron" has modified the connotation of the word demure in videos that have gone viral. Now demure in slang means "assessing appropriate makeup and fashion choices in various settings," according to the report. Demure was also found by the study to be the most searched for slang in the United States.

Some other slangs in the top 10 include "sigma," someone who's independent and self reliant. And yes, even "Hawk Tuah" made the list. Let's just leave that one alone. If you're unaware of the phenomenon, Google can fill you in. Her 15 minutes of fame are up. My favorite on the list is #10: "Womp Womp." It's that comedic sound when someone fails.

Randoh Salihall with Unscramblerer says slang words are a "normal and fun evolution of language." They suggest you try a few to impress your kids like "preen" (a child who tries to act like a teenager) or katz (something enjoyable or fun).

Florida has been known to always have it's own culture, and that includes language. It's not quite like other southern states where they use quirky southern phrases, but completely made up slang words that only make sense in the Sunshine State. Lets take a look at some of our favorite Florida slang words.

Like we said, Florida is like it's own world. Meaning we operate differently than folks in other states. Thunderstorms and hurricanes don't scare us, but a broken AC unit is our worst nightmare. We found a great website that dives deeper in slang terms by region. Letslearnslang.com has a list of 35 slang words and phrases that are specifically unique to Florida. Check out their full list here.

One thing to understand about the Florida language is simply how we say "yes" and "no". When Floridians say "yeah, no" that means no. And when we say "no, yeah" that actually means yes. If you ever hear "yeah no, for sure" that means definitely. We'll admit, there were some words and phrases on the list that we've never heard before. For example "wicked up" is a phrase used for when someone gets too intoxicated. But we've never heard anyone in Florida say that before. It could be a regional thing, since the state is so massive. Any missing words or phrases that you think we should include? Let us know on social media!

Meaning: An adjective to describe something that's really good

"This Chick-fil-A is bussin'"

This is probably more of a southern' term than mainly Florida, but it is used a lot here. Skeeter = mosquito. Plus, if you type "skeeter" on your iPhone, the emoji will pop up!

This word is normally used to describe a young person (and normally said by a young person). It could also mean "Juvenile In Training".

"No one likes to hang out with that jit."

This must be one of those southern phrases we've never heard! But apparently it applies to small insects that you can't really see that bite you, they're technically known as Ceratopogonidae. You know, they're all over the swamplands of Florida.

"Those no see 'ums are eating me up tonight"

Every Floridian is familiar with sun showers, especially during the summer time. Another Florida/southern saying to describe sun showers was "the devil is beating his wife"

Alright, this is one EVERY Floridian should know! We all have our favorite Pub Sub order and are always on the lookout for the chicken tender subs to go on sale at Publix.

Probably the most common Florida slang, next to Pub Sub. We all know snowbirds are the northern folk who flock down here during winter.

Raisins are what Floridians call snowbirds who have been in the sun too long.