by alex
New York City is a melting pot of cultures, and with that comes a rich tapestry of slang that is as diverse as its inhabitants. From the streets of Brooklyn to the hustle and bustle of Manhattan, NYC slang is a language all its own. Think you know what it means to be a true New Yorker? Let’s find out!
NYC Slang Quiz Questions Overview
1. What does the term ‘brick’ mean in NYC slang?
A building block
Extremely cold
A type of pizza
A heavy object
2. If someone says ‘mad’ in NYC, what do they mean?
Crazy
Very
Angry
Confused
3. What is a ‘bodega’ in New York City?
A type of dance
A small grocery store
A subway station
A street performer
4. What does ‘OD’ mean in NYC slang?
Overdose
Overdo
Overdrive
Ordinary
5. What is a ‘stoop’ in New York City?
A type of hat
A front step
A subway entrance
A street vendor
6. In NYC slang, what does ‘tight’ mean?
Angry
Close friends
Narrow
Fashionable
7. What does ‘deadass’ mean in NYC slang?
Tired
Serious
Funny
Boring
8. If someone refers to ‘the city’ in NYC, what are they talking about?
Brooklyn
Queens
Manhattan
The Bronx
9. What does ‘lit’ mean in NYC slang?
On fire
Cool
Drunk
Exciting
10. What is a ‘whip’ in NYC slang?
A bicycle
A car
A scooter
A skateboard
