The terms “skibidi” and “delulu” have made their way into the Cambridge Dictionary. If you don’t recognize these words, it probably means you’re an adult with obligations. These terms are products of the internet, frequently used by younger audiences. Knowing them could be beneficial as the internet increasingly merges with our everyday routines. At Mashable, we dedicate a significant amount of time online.
The dictionary humorously categorizes “skibidi” as nonsensical, mentioning it can signify “cool” or “bad,” or be used in a humorous context without a specific meaning. It’s akin to Philly’s “jawn,” which serves as a flexible noun substitute. We’ve examined the Skibidi phenomenon at Mashable, stemming from a quirky YouTube series called “Skibidi Toilet,” which has gained popularity among Gen Alpha. It showcases a cartoonish head floating in a toilet bowl and is now acknowledged in the Cambridge Dictionary.
“Skibidi” is not the sole new entry. “Delulu,” a lighthearted take on “delusional,” is also now part of the lexicon, along with online terms like “tradwife,” depicting a “traditional” wife who engages in domestic duties online, and “broligarcy,” which denotes powerful, often tech-savvy men. Language is always changing, and the internet hastens this evolution, leading dictionaries to keep up. It’s certainly very skibidi.