W Slang: Meaning, Origin, Sentence Examples

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Meaning

(Acronym) The letter W is used as Gen Z slang for “win” or “winner.” It is mostly used when playing online games but some people use this when messaging each other.

Origin

W was first used in sports where the referee raises a W card to indicate a win. But, Gen Z adopted and turned this term into the slang we now know today.

Demographic (Who Uses This Word)

Younger people, mostly teens and young adults, use W to express their wins. People who frequent social media and online gamers are the ones who always use W.

W Used in a Sentence

  • Example 1: Congrats on your W. Let’s celebrate tomorrow!
  • Example 2: Nice game, bro. W

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