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What does Salty mean?

Understanding the Gen Alpha Slang Word "Salty" can help parents and teachers integrate into youth culture and bridge the generation gap.

The Definition of Salty

Definition: Used to describe someone who is behaving or expressing themselves in a resentful, bitter, or irritated manner..

Examples: "I don't know why she's being so salty."

Origin: Originally referred to "racy" or "vulgar" sailors in the 1800s.

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Generation Alpha, or Gen Alpha, is the cohort that follows Generation Z. Researchers and popular media generally consider the early 2010s as the starting point for this generation, with the mid-2020s marking its conclusion. Generation Alpha is notable for being the first generation born entirely in the 21st century. By 2015, approximately 2.5 million individuals were born each week globally, and it is projected that Gen Alpha will reach nearly two billion in size by 2025.