There are dozens of new words and sayings that enter the vernacular of consumers on a daily basis, and Design Taxi put together a list of the most popular slang phrases of 2015 that are also dubbed annoying and overused. The list looks at only the newest slang words incorporated into the last year, and rates them by how annoying they are.
The '5 Most Annoying Phrases of 2015' shows data collected through crowdsourced polls that asked consumers to rate five newly adopted phrases from 2015 based on how annoying they were. Dubbed the most annoying was the term "bae" used to denote a significant other with "on fleek" coming in at close second. The least annoying was "awesomesauce," used to refer to something that is cool.
Despite the annoyance in each of the sayings, many of them are undeniably popular.
Popular Slang Charts
This Infographic Tracks the Most Used Pop Culture Sayings in 2015
Trend Themes
1. Popular Slang Phrases - Explore the most used and annoying slang phrases of 2015, presenting an opportunity for brands to tap into youth culture.
2. Consumer Language Trends - Analyze the ever-evolving language trends and stay updated on the latest slang words, offering businesses a chance to engage with younger audiences.
3. Viral Catchphrases - Discover the viral catchphrases that have captured the attention of the masses, providing marketers with an avenue for creating impactful campaigns.
Industry Implications
1. Marketing and Advertising - Leverage popular slang phrases to create relatable and engaging marketing campaigns that resonate with target audiences.
2. Social Media - Monitor popular slang phrases on social media platforms and utilize them to improve brand visibility and online engagement.
3. Content Creation - Incorporate trendy slang phrases into content creation strategies to appeal to younger demographics and increase user engagement.