Jugendwort des Jahres
Annual Youth Word of the Year competition reflecting German youth slang trends. In 2025, English-influenced terms like Rizz, Delulu, and Auf Lock dominated, showing the globalization of youth culture.
About Jugendwort des Jahres
<h2>Germany's Youth Language Barometer</h2><p>The Jugendwort des Jahres (Youth Word of the Year) competition, organized by Langenscheidt since 2008, captures the evolving slang and preoccupations of German youth through public submissions and voting.</p><h3>2025 Trends</h3><p>The 2025 candidates heavily reflected English and internet slang influence:</p><ul><li><strong>Rizz</strong> - Short for charisma, referring to romantic charm</li><li><strong>Delulu</strong> - From "delusional," describing unrealistic hopes</li><li><strong>Auf Lock</strong> - Germanized phrase meaning to do something casually</li><li><strong>GYAT</strong> - Acronym expressing physical admiration</li><li><strong>No Cap</strong> - Meaning "no lie" or "for real"</li></ul><h3>Cultural Significance</h3><p>This annual contest demonstrates how language serves as a key arena for youth identity, embracing a dynamic, globalized lexicon that reflects social media influence.</p>