Street Slang: 100 Common English Phrases Used in the US

This list includes a variety of slang terms and phrases commonly used in American streets. From casual greetings to phrases used in pursuit of success and financial gain, these phrases provide a unique insight into the language and culture of urban American life. Whether you're a native speaker or just trying to learn more about American slang, this list is sure to be a valuable resource.

  1. "What's up, homie?" (casual greeting)
  2. "Keep it real, yo." (saying to be authentic)
  3. "I'm just trying to stack my paper." (trying to make money)
  4. "She's a bad chick." (describing someone as attractive or cool)
  5. "I ain't got no beef with you." (saying there is no conflict)
  6. "I'm about to hit the club." (going to a nightlife venue)
  7. "I'm feeling myself today." (feeling confident or proud)
  8. "He's a straight hustler." (someone who works hard)
  9. "I'm just trying to get paid." (seeking financial gain)
  10. "I'm trying to get my grind on." (working hard)
  11. "I'm trying to make moves." (taking action to achieve goals)
  12. "I'm on my hustle." (working hard to achieve success)
  13. "I'm trying to ball out." (trying to live a lavish lifestyle)
  14. "I'm trying to stack my chips." (trying to make a lot of money)
  15. "I'm trying to climb the corporate ladder." (striving for success in a career)
  16. "I'm trying to get my foot in the door." (seeking opportunity)
  17. "I'm trying to network." (making connections in a professional setting)
  18. "I'm trying to build my brand." (promoting oneself or a business)
  19. "I'm trying to make a name for myself." (seeking fame or recognition)
  20. "I'm trying to be the next big thing." (aspiring to great success)
  21. "I'm trying to ride the wave." (taking advantage of a current trend or opportunity)
  22. "I'm trying to make it rain." (trying to make a lot of money or spending a lot of money)
  23. "I'm trying to make it in this game." (striving for success in a particular field)
  24. "I'm trying to come up." (seeking success or advancement)
  25. "I'm trying to make bank." (trying to make a lot of money)
  26. "I'm trying to get ahead." (striving for success or advancement)
  27. "I'm trying to level up." (seeking to improve or advance)
  28. "I'm trying to rise to the top." (aspiring to great success)
  29. "I'm trying to make a killing." (trying to make a lot of money)
  30. "I'm trying to hustle my way to the top." (working hard to achieve success)
  31. "I'm trying to make it big." (aspiring to great success)
  32. "I'm trying to make it in the industry." (striving for success in a particular field)
  33. "I'm trying to break into the industry." (seeking opportunity in a particular field)
  34. "I'm trying to make connections." (networking for professional advancement)
  35. "I'm trying to climb the ranks." (seeking promotion or advancement)
  36. "I'm trying to make a splash." (seeking recognition or fame)
  37. "I'm trying to make a mark." (seeking to leave a lasting impact)
  38. "I'm trying to make a statement." (aspiring to be noticed or recognized)
  39. "I'm trying to make a move." (taking action to
  40. "I'm trying to make a comeback." (attempting to regain success or recognition)
  41. "I'm trying to hit the ground running." (striving for immediate success)
  42. "I'm trying to make waves." (seeking to make a significant impact)
  43. "I'm trying to make a name for myself in the industry." (seeking recognition in a particular field)
  44. "I'm trying to make a living." (earning a livelihood)
  45. "I'm trying to get my foot in the door of the industry." (seeking opportunity in a particular field)
  46. "I'm trying to create a legacy." (aspiring to leave a lasting impact)
  47. "I'm trying to build an empire." (striving for great success and expansion)
  48. "I'm trying to forge my own path." (seeking to create a unique career or lifestyle)
  49. "I'm trying to pave the way for others." (aspiring to be a leader or role model)
  50. "I'm trying to set the standard." (striving to be a leader or benchmark)
  51. "I'm trying to set the bar high." (seeking to excel or be the best)
  52. "I'm trying to be a game changer." (aspiring to make a significant impact)
  53. "I'm trying to make it to the top of the food chain." (striving for the highest level of success)
  54. "I'm trying to stand out in the crowd." (seeking to be noticed or recognized)
  55. "I'm trying to rise above the competition." (striving to excel or outperform others)
  56. "I'm trying to build a reputation." (seeking to be known or respected)
  57. "I'm trying to make a killing in the industry." (striving for great success in a particular field)
  58. "I'm trying to make a splash in the industry." (seeking recognition or fame in a particular field)
  59. "I'm trying to make a mark on the industry." (seeking to leave a lasting impact in a particular field)
  60. "I'm trying to make a statement in the industry." (aspiring to be noticed or recognized in a particular field)
  61. "I'm trying to climb the corporate ladder in the industry." (striving for success and advancement in a particular field)
  62. "I'm trying to get ahead in the industry." (seeking success or advancement in a particular field)
  63. "I'm trying to level up in the industry." (seeking to improve or advance in a particular field)
  64. "I'm trying to rise to the top in the industry." (aspiring to great success in a particular field)
  65. "I'm trying to make it big in the industry." (aspiring to great success in a particular field)
  66. "I'm trying to make a name for myself in the music industry." (seeking recognition in the music industry)
  67. "I'm trying to make a mark on the music industry." (seeking to leave a lasting impact in the music industry)
  68. "I'm trying to make a statement in the music industry." (aspiring to be noticed or recognized in the music industry)
  69. "I'm trying to climb the ranks in the music industry." (seeking promotion or advancement in the music industry)
  70. "I'm trying to make it big in the music industry." (aspiring to great success in the music industry)