Slang has always been a moving target—what’s cool one year is cringe the next. But in 2025, the pace of change has shifted into overdrive, thanks to the relentless churn of TikTok, viral memes, and the ever-creative minds of Gen Z and Gen Alpha. If you’re a parent in Iowa or Wisconsin, you might have found yourself bewildered by a conversation peppered with words like “6-7,” “sigma,” or “chopped.” Don’t worry, you’re not alone. According to research by Unscramblerer.com, these terms are at the very top of the slang search charts this year, leaving many adults scratching their heads and, perhaps, feeling a bit out of the loop.
Let’s start with Iowa. As reported by K92.3, the most searched slang term in the Hawkeye State for 2025 is “6-7.” Now, if you’re wondering what on earth that means, you’re in good company. “6-7” is a phrase with no literal meaning whatsoever. In fact, its absurdity is the whole point. The term originates from the song “Doot Doot” by hip-hop artist Skrilla, which features the lyric, “6-7, I just bipped right on the highway.” It exploded on TikTok after basketball star LaMelo Ball posted a trending video referencing his own height—6-foot-7-inches tall—using the song. The phrase has since become a staple of what’s known as “brainrot” humor on social media, where the weirder and more nonsensical, the better.
But “6-7” isn’t the only term making waves in Iowa. The Unscramblerer.com study, which analyzed Google Trends data and Ahrefs search volume from January through September 2025, also found that Iowans are looking up “sigma,” “sybau,” “bop,” and “chopped” in droves. For those keeping score at home, “sigma” refers to an independent, self-reliant person who operates outside traditional social hierarchies—a so-called “lone wolf.” The term has evolved online to also mean anything good or excellent, a subtle shift that reflects the fluidity of internet language.
“Sybau,” meanwhile, is a blunt shut-down phrase—think of it as the modern equivalent of “talk to the hand.” As for “bop,” it’s a double-edged sword. Depending on context, it can refer to a catchy, fun song, or it can be used as a derogatory term for someone who moves from person to person romantically. “Chopped,” on the other hand, is used to describe something or someone as unattractive, undesirable, or even eliminated—much like contestants on the TV show of the same name.
Wisconsin, just across the Mississippi, is experiencing a similar phenomenon. As detailed by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, the state’s most searched slang terms closely mirror those in Iowa. “6-7” once again takes the crown, followed by “sigma,” “chopped,” “chuzz,” “sharking,” “sendy,” “bop,” “clanker,” and “unc.” While some of these words may sound like gibberish to outsiders, each carries a specific meaning within the online communities that birthed them.
Take “chuzz,” for example. It’s a mashup of “chopped” and “huzz.” “Huzz” itself is slang for an attractive woman or group of women—a replacement for older terms like “boo” or “pookie.” So a “chuzz” is, you guessed it, an unattractive woman. “Sharking” refers to the act of actively seeking casual romantic encounters, much like a shark circles its prey. “Sendy” comes from the phrase “send it,” meaning to go all in or push your limits, whether that’s on a skateboard or in a risky social situation.
“Clanker” is a new one for many: it’s a derogatory term for robots and AI technology—used, for instance, when someone complains about having to talk to a chatbot. “Unc,” short for “uncle,” is used humorously to indicate someone is old or out of touch. (We’ve all been there, right?)
The Unscramblerer.com analysis didn’t just stop at state lines. Nationwide, “6-7” is the undisputed champ, racking up more than 141,000 searches from January through September 2025. “Bop” follows with 115,000 searches, while “mogging”—which means outclassing someone else by appearing more attractive, skillful, or successful—comes in at 79,000. “Huzz” (61,000), “chopped” (59,000), and “big back” (57,000) are also high on the list. “Big back” is a playful jab at someone with a large physique or someone seen as gluttonous, often more about behavior than actual size.
Other notable entries include “glazing” (excessively and insincerely praising someone), “zesty” (lively or energetic), “fanum tax” (playfully stealing food from a friend, a trend started by streamer Fanum), and “green FN” (a guaranteed win, borrowed from NBA 2K video game lingo). “Delulu”—short for delusional—describes someone with unrealistic expectations, especially about relationships or celebrity crushes. “Clanker” and “Ohio” (used to describe anything strange or absurd) round out the list of top trending terms.
How did all this data come together? The researchers at Unscramblerer.com combed through Google Trends and Ahrefs search volumes, focusing on the period from January through September 2025. Their findings offer a real-time snapshot of how quickly language can morph in the digital age—and how much of it is driven by viral moments, celebrity influence, and the peculiarities of online humor.
If you’re feeling left behind, you’re not alone. As the K92.3 article wryly noted, “I feel very old. I knew none of those…” It’s a sentiment echoed by parents and even some younger adults who find themselves outpaced by the latest TikTok trends. But there’s a silver lining: just as past generations had their own catchphrases (“talk to the hand,” anyone?), today’s slang will eventually give way to the next linguistic wave.
For now, though, “6-7” reigns supreme—a phrase that means nothing and everything at once, perfectly capturing the playful absurdity of internet culture in 2025. If you’re still confused, don’t worry. In the words of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, “You’re probably not alone.”
Language, after all, is a living thing. It shifts, it surprises, and sometimes, it leaves us all just a bit bewildered. That’s part of its charm—and its challenge.