13 Funny Boomer Moments Trying Out Modern Slang

Slang changes fast, and sometimes boomers’ attempts to use it lead to hilarious results. These moments show just how tricky keeping up with language trends can be. Here are 13 times boomers gave slang a shot.

1. “That’s on Fleek!”

Imagine the scene: a family gathering where Aunt Susan, red wine in hand, compliments your meticulously decorated Thanksgiving table with “That’s on fleek!” The term, which peaked around 2014, felt as outdated as the Jell-O salad she brought. The effort was there, but the timing? Not so much.

2. “Yeet” for Joy

During a spirited game of charades, Grandpa Joe triumphantly shouted “Yeet!” every time someone guessed correctly. While his enthusiasm was infectious, his usage of ‘yeet’—originally meant for throwing something with vigor—left the younger family members in fits of laughter. Grandpa, however, remained blissfully unaware of his new role as the family meme.

3. “It’s Lit, Fam”

Trying to connect with his teenage grandchildren, Uncle Mike tossed out a “It’s lit, fam” at his birthday BBQ. The grill wasn’t the only thing that was lit—so were the puzzled expressions around him. The term, meant to describe something that’s awesome or exciting, sounded a bit forced coming from someone who still uses a flip phone.

4. “Ok, Boomer”

When Aunt Linda used “Ok, boomer” as a self-deprecating joke, it initially got some chuckles. But as she continued to use it throughout the day to describe her own tech fails, the phrase lost its punch. It seems that the irony of a boomer misusing “Ok, boomer” didn’t quite translate in her favor.

5. “Slay, Queen!”

Grandma Joan tried to encourage her granddaughter during a piano recital by whispering “Slay, queen!” each time she nailed a part of her piece. While the support was heartwarming, the term, typically used to commend someone on their exceptional style or success, seemed a bit out of place in the quiet recital hall.

6. “I’m Shook”

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Uncle Barry watched a magician perform at a local fair and exclaimed, “I’m shook!” after every trick. While he got the context right—’shook’ is often used to express genuine shock or disbelief—the overuse turned it into a running joke. By the end of the day, every slight surprise was met with a chorus of “I’m shook!”

7. “This Party is Gucci”

At a retirement celebration, Cousin Helen declared the party “Gucci.” Her attempt to say it was high-class and of great quality, just like the luxury brand, was adorably misconstrued. Most guests were left wondering if there was a secret designer giveaway hidden somewhere among the festivities.

8. “Woke Up Like This”

Trying to be hip, Uncle Fred posted a selfie on Facebook with the caption “Woke up like this” despite clearly having spent considerable time combing his hair and choosing his best sweater. The phrase, typically used to flaunt natural beauty right after waking up, ended up showcasing more of his grooming efforts than he might have intended.

9. “That’s the Tea”

During a book club meeting, Grandma Ellie tried to spice up the discussion with “And that’s the tea,” hoping to convey she was dishing out the hard truths about the novel’s protagonist. Unfortunately, her friends thought she was ready for a refill and passed her the teapot instead.

10. “Turnt Up”

In an attempt to describe his excitement about his new hearing aid, Grandpa Marvin said he was “turnt up” about it. His grandchildren had to explain that the phrase was more commonly used to describe partying at high energy levels, not his volume adjustment settings.

11. “No Cap”

Mom decided to join Twitter and started her journey with the tweet: “Enjoying retirement, no cap.” While she meant to affirm she was genuinely enjoying her new free time, her followers were left slightly confused if she was making a statement about her headwear—or lack thereof.

12. “FOMO”

Dad tried to express his disappointment about missing the annual fishing trip by saying he had severe “FOMO.” He got the meaning right—Fear Of Missing Out—but his dramatic tone turned the common acronym into something that sounded more like a mysterious illness than a feeling of exclusion.

13. “Snatched”

Finally, at a family dinner, Aunt Margie complimented her sister’s new hairstyle with “Your look is snatched!” Unfortunately, in her circle, ‘snatched’ was unknown slang, leading to a brief moment of horror as her sister frantically patted her head, worried something was actually taken.

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