Modern Day Conversation Hearts
As new generational gaps begin to emerge, so do new love languages. Millennials and Gen Z might be closer in age than other generations, but there are still many differences between the two. The way millennials and previous generations approached the dating game is totally different from how the up-and-coming generation does it today.
If you feel like you have a hard time understanding what your Gen Z friends are saying whenever they come to you for relationship advice, chances are you’re not the only one. Thankfully, the hip and happening team at Shane Co. is here to help break things down with the help of a former Valentine’s Day favorite: conversation heart candies.
While “UR CUTE” and “KISS ME” conversation hearts are sweet, they no longer reflect conversations that young couples have these days. To help explain how Gen Zers approach romance, we will take a classic Valentine’s Day candy and modernize it with new quotes. Keep reading to find out what an updated box of conversation hearts might look like!
Methodology
To create modern day conversation hearts, our team meticulously researched the mysterious methods behind Gen Z’s dating rituals. Leaving no stone unturned, we took to the internet and read in-depth studies and articles to learn the lingo and buzzwords that drive today’s dating culture. Finally, we got to work on illustrating unique conversation hearts with the new phrases.
What If Conversation Hearts Were Updated?
If you’re looking at these conversation hearts and scratching your head in confusion (while checking to see if your hair is thinning), don’t worry. Below we’ve taken some of the more confusing Gen Z slang and broken it down in a way that’s easy to understand for elder millennials and younger Gen Xers. In many instances, what’s old is new again; for example, today’s “UR A SNACK” conversation heart is yesterday’s “UR CUTE” heart.
THIRST TRAP: Back in the day, if you posted a somewhat revealing photo online or pulled out all the stops for a picture on the TL, you might have heard whispers behind your back about how you were fishing for compliments. If you have ever posted a risqué photo on your Myspace page for the purpose of receiving compliments from hordes of random admirers on the internet, congratulations! You successfully deployed a thirst trap before they were called thirst traps.
SHEEESH: Many Gen Zers grew up with smartphones and the internet at their fingertips. When your primary forms of communication consist of text messaging or sliding into someone’s DMs on social media, you’ll likely tend to shorten words and abbreviate phrases. For this reason, it’s no surprise that Gen Zers aren’t fans of using many words. To put it plainly, if your crush leaves a comment that says “SHEEESH” on your “THIRST TRAP,” it’s a good thing. The trap worked, and you’re looking like a tall glass of water.
UR A CATFISH: If the apple of your eye hands you this conversation heart, that’s not a good sign. In the world of online dating, appearances are everything. We understand wanting to put your best foot forward, but if you’re heavily doctoring your photos and removing blemishes to the point where you look like a completely different person, you might get called out as a catfish. On the other hand, maybe they’re saying you look better in person, without the Photoshop. One can dream, right?
Closing Thoughts
As new generational gaps appear, so do new buzzwords and slang. The dating game will continue to change with each generation, but love will always remain the same. If you’re having trouble understanding WTF your Gen Zer pals are talking about when they come to you for relationship advice, it doesn’t mean you’re getting old — it just means you need a refresher on today’s lingo.
One thing that is understood across all generations, however, is a high-quality engagement ring. If you’re looking for a ring that spells out “commitment” in any language, consider checking out Shane Co.’s selection of fine jewelry.
