The 1940s were rich in slang that reflected the era's culture and social dynamics. Terms like "jive" referred to lively conversation or music, while "hep" indicated someone who was cool or in the know. "Swell" was commonly used to describe something excellent or impressive, and "dig" meant to understand or appreciate something. These expressions captured the spirit of a generation navigating the challenges of war and post-war life.
Careless talk costs lives
Kibosh(n)- A stop to something Kick(n)- Enjotment Brainchild- someones creative idea grandstand- To show off thats a few, but if you just go to google and search 1940s slang it brings up alot of other slang words
Some common sayings from the 1940s include sayings like "Don't be a wise guy" and "What a drugstore cowboy" which was used to refer to a male that stands around street corners attempting to woo girls. Another common saying was "That was a swell time" which was used to express having a wonderful time doing something.
In the 1940s, slang terms like "hep cat" referred to someone who was stylish or in-the-know, while "dig" meant to understand or appreciate something. "Jive" described playful banter or a type of jazz music, and "gonna" became a popular contraction for "going to." Additionally, "swell" was commonly used to express something great or excellent.
In the 1940s, slang expressions like "no kidding!" or "you don't say!" were often used to convey surprise or astonishment, similar to how we might say "woah" today. Another common phrase was "dig that," which expressed admiration or excitement. These expressions reflected the cultural influences of the time, including jazz and the emerging youth culture.
Not always. Colloquialisms are old, common sayings, but slang is often new words and sayings.
Not always. Colloquialisms are old, common sayings, but slang is often new words and sayings.
Careless talk costs lives
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Kibosh(n)- A stop to something Kick(n)- Enjotment Brainchild- someones creative idea grandstand- To show off thats a few, but if you just go to google and search 1940s slang it brings up alot of other slang words
1940s slang, from Italian capisci? "do you understand?" (also coppish, kabish, capeesh, etc.).
"From hep cats, to full birds" is the slang of the 1940's
Show pony : someone who tries hard, by his dress or behaviour, to impress those around him.
Some common sayings from the 1940s include sayings like "Don't be a wise guy" and "What a drugstore cowboy" which was used to refer to a male that stands around street corners attempting to woo girls. Another common saying was "That was a swell time" which was used to express having a wonderful time doing something.
In the 1940s, slang terms like "hep cat" referred to someone who was stylish or in-the-know, while "dig" meant to understand or appreciate something. "Jive" described playful banter or a type of jazz music, and "gonna" became a popular contraction for "going to." Additionally, "swell" was commonly used to express something great or excellent.
actions are more fluent than sayings. i.e. they are more effective & consequently better than sayings.