Dictionary.com declares ‘6-7’ Word of the Year

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Whether a parent, teacher, youth pastor, or an innocent bystander on a sidewalk, no one has been safe from the “6-7” Gen Alpha trend sweeping across America — a viral sensation that’s now been named Dictionary.com’s 2025 Word of the Year.

“Few slang terms have captured the cultural mood of 2025 quite like ‘6 7,’” said Steve Johnson, Ph.D., director of lexicography for the Dictionary Media Group at IXL Learning. “It’s part inside joke, part social signal, and part performance. When people say it, they’re not just repeating a meme; they’re shouting a feeling. It’s one of the first Words of the Year that works as an interjection, a burst of energy that spreads and connects people long before anyone agrees on what it actually means,” Johnson continued.

### Origins of the ‘6 7′ Meme

The meme originated from a song by rapper Skrilla, titled “Doot Doot (6 7).” The internet trend went viral after Charlotte Hornets’ basketball point guard, LaMelo Ball, popularized the term by using it as a reference to his height.

A press release from Dictionary.com stated that the term “shows how seamlessly today’s slang blends digital humor, sports culture, and generational creativity.”

### Linguistic Data Backs the Decision

While the move to name “6 7” as the Word of the Year may seem odd to some, linguistic experts had data to support their decision.

“Dictionary.com’s lexicographers analyze extensive linguistic data, tracking which words dominate search trends, social media, and digital conversations,” the statement read. “A Dictionary.com analysis found that ‘6 7’ appeared in digital media six times more frequently in October 2025 alone compared to the average usage in 2024.”

### Other New Additions to the Dictionary

The phrase “6 7” wasn’t the only term added to Dictionary.com’s lexicon this year. Six other words, half of which were inspired by Gen Z and other social media slang, also made the cut.

Among these were:

– **Aura-farming**: Defined as “the deliberate cultivation of one’s charisma, style, or vibe, often for online attention or social clout.”

– **Gen Z stare**: A blank or unbothered facial expression typically associated with the Gen Z age group.

These additions reflect the evolving nature of language and how digital culture continues to influence everyday communication.

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Stay tuned for more updates on emerging trends and language evolution.
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