What Does 'Huzz' Mean? Gen Z And Alpha Slang Explained

From glazing and gurt to tuff and six-seven, Gen Z and Gen Alpha are rapidly creating an entirely new language among themselves.We’ve recently covered off the meaning behind Ballerina Cappuccina, what the sigma?!, as well as more problematic terms used by teens like bop and good boy.This week we’re taking a closer look at another eyebrow-raising term: huzz. Kids have been saying it for some time now, and there are a few meanings floating around which can make it pretty hard for parents to figure out what their kids are referencing when they say it.The confusion isn’t just among caregivers either. In r/askteenboys, one Redditor said: “OK what does huzz actually mean? I’ve heard some people say it means husband and some people say it means hoes and now I’m confused ...”What does huzz mean?In a video from earlier this year, TikTok creator and teacher Philip Lindsay said kids at school were using the words huzz (and bruzz, and gruzz) – so the trend doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. He said the word had gained popularity thanks to streamers, specifically Kai Cenat, “who’s been using the term since back in 2023”.“Even though this term has been around for a while it really recently started to trend because ... people were taking videos of themselves walking up to a group of girls and saying ‘Greetings’ or ‘salutations huzz’ and then asking them a question,” he explained. Offering a definition, Mr Lindsay said: “Basically, huzz is a replacement for hoes.”The teacher added that “in it’s most innocent form – meaning it’s a kid that doesn’t really understand what they’re saying – it’s used to reference a group of girls or a group of women”.“But a lot of kids are aware of the true meaning of the word,” he noted.Should you say something if your kid says ‘huzz’? Given a rise in misogyny among school students, as well as the rising popularity of the word “sigma” (a term rooted in the manosphere) and “bop” which is used to call girls or women promiscuous or a sl*t, it’s worth pulling your kid up on these terms – even if they mean no harm by saying it. And this includes if they use them in notes, messages or social media posts. Fiona Yassin, family psychotherapist, and founder and clinical director of The Wave Clinic, told HuffPost UK these words are frequently picked up in playgrounds and are “repeated as ‘banter’ without a full understanding of the deeply harmful connotations and meaning”. The word huzz, she said, is ”deeply rooted in a highly misogynistic concept” – yet the children using it might not know what misogyny means.Her recommendation is for parents and caregivers to respond ”with developmentally appropriate interventions”. “Many parents instinctively say, ‘Don’t use that word. Do you know what you just said?’. But that kind of response can shut down the conversation rather than open it up,” she explained.How to speak to kids about itThe therapist advises sitting down with your child and, using short simple sentences, explaining what the word means. You could kickstart the conversation with: “Hey, I just heard you use a word. Can we have a quick chat about it? I’d like to understand what you think it means when you’re using it.”Yassin continued: “This gentle approach works across age groups and invites dialogue. For the youngest children, we can explain that it’s an unkind word that doesn’t belong in friendships or kind interactions.“If we’re trying to have fun or laugh, everyone should understand the words we use so we can all share in the enjoyment. ‘Huzz’ isn’t a fun or silly word – it’s mean, impolite, and harmful.”For older children and teens, parents can begin to introduce the concept of misogyny and “explain how this word diminishes respect for a group of people”, said the therapist.“Its cultural implications are significant, and it’s important that children understand that. Again, explanations should always be age-appropriate,” she added.While some kids will use the word innocently, others will know exactly what it means – and the therapist said, for them, it may carry intent. “That intent could be disrespectful, bullying, belittling, or shaming,” she explained. “It could even be part of a broader campaign of unkindness targeting certain groups of children and young people. This makes it all the more important for adults to intervene.”But instead of going straight to punishment – like taking away their phone – she suggests keeping communication open. “Ask your child why they used the word ‘huzz’, why at that moment, and who it was directed at,” she advised.“As parents, we cannot let conversations about misogyny slide, particularly given how it’s rapidly changing the landscape for children, teens and young people. The severity of misogyny is great and we cannot ignore it.”My child has been called ‘huzz’ – what can I do? If your child has been called ‘huzz’ and feels targeted, the therapist said parents should intervene. “Support your child by helping them find firm, respectful responses – something like, ‘I’m not available for that kind of language’,” she suggested. “Also, acknowledge how hurtful this can be.”Regarding name-calling, Family Lives advises that “if it is a one off incident then it may be that it is banter. However, if the name calling becomes persistent and regular, then this is bullying”.They add: “It is equally about how you feel too, if it makes you uncomfortable and you have told them to stop but they are still name calling, then this is what we call verbal bullying.”If the bullying involves someone your child knows from school, you can speak to your child’s teacher (or form tutor) about this.Arrange a meeting to discuss the bullying – there are some helpful pointers here on what to speak about and the evidence you might want to take.The NSPCC also advises to ask for a copy of the school’s anti-bullying policy, behaviour policy and complaints procedure, and to make it clear you expect a response to help resolve the issue.Yassin concluded: “Parents need to be aware of the emotional impact this word can have, and ensure their children feel safe and supported.”Related...If Your Daughter Is Called A 'Bop' At School, It's Not What You Think It Means'I Went Through My Daughter's Phone. 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