Skibidi and Tradwife Make Their Way Into the Cambridge Dictionary
Have you heard the latest buzz in the world of language? The Cambridge Dictionary has just added a fresh batch of words, and some of them might make you do a double take. Among the most eye-catching entries are “skibidi” and “tradwife,” terms that have been popularized online and now officially recognized as part of the English language.
“Skibidi” is one of those quirky words that really demonstrates how internet culture is shaping language. It was created by the team behind a viral animated YouTube series, and the first video has been watched over 60 million times. In the dictionary, “skibidi” is defined as a word that can mean different things—sometimes “cool,” sometimes “bad,” or it can simply be used as a nonsense word in a humorous way. A fun example of its use is the phrase, “What the skibidi are you doing?” Even celebrities have picked it up—Kim Kardashian once posted an Instagram video showing a necklace engraved with “skibidi toilet,” referencing the series itself.
On the other hand, “tradwife” is a shorter term for “traditional wife,” referring to a married woman who embraces classic domestic roles like cooking and cleaning, often sharing her lifestyle on social media. It’s a reflection of how lifestyle trends are not only being discussed online but also cemented into everyday language.
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This year, more than 6,000 new words have been added to the Cambridge Dictionary, covering everything from social media slang to tech jargon and terms related to remote working. Words like “delulu,” a playful twist on “delusional,” have found their place, along with “mouse jiggler,” which refers to a device or software used to make it look like you’re working remotely. Other workplace terms such as “work wife” and “work spouse” have also been included, highlighting the nuanced relationships that can develop at work.
Even more inventive terms, like “broligarchy”—a combination of “bro” and “oligarchy”—have been recognized. This word describes a small group of extremely wealthy men, often in tech, who wield political influence. It was notably used to describe figures like Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and Mark Zuckerberg attending Donald Trump’s inauguration.
According to Colin McIntosh, the lexical program manager at Cambridge Dictionary, only words believed to have staying power are added. He explained that seeing words like “skibidi” and “delulu” officially recorded is a rare moment. It reflects the fascinating evolution of English, showing just how much online culture and social trends continue to shape the language we use every day.
Language is always evolving, and the Cambridge Dictionary is capturing that change in real time. From viral videos to lifestyle movements, the words we pick up online are now earning their place in history. So next time you hear someone say “skibidi” or “tradwife,” you’ll know it’s not just slang—it’s official.
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