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SpeakUp Slang

20 lessons · 40 video transcripts · 100+ phrases · speaking and writing practice

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Four-week plan

Complete one lesson per study day. Review lessons 1–5 at the end of Week 1, 6–10 at the end of Week 2, 11–15 at the end of Week 3, and 16–20 at the end of Week 4.

Content standard: Keep every learner-created example respectful and free from alcohol, bars, parties, dancing, smoking, romance, or other unsuitable themes.
LESSON 01 · WEEK 1

Greetings & Check-ins

التحيات والسؤال عن الحال

Open a relaxed conversation and answer naturally without sounding too formal.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: How's it going today? Speaker B: I'm good, thanks. Video 2 — Speaker A: What's up, bro? Speaker B: Not much. You?

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
How's it going?كيف تسير الأمور؟EVERYDAY
What's up?ما الأخبار؟CASUAL
Not much.لا شيء كثيرًاCASUAL
broيا صاح / يا أخي بين الأصدقاءCASUAL
I'm good.أنا بخيرEVERYDAY
Usage note: Use “What's up?” with friends and people you know. In formal situations, choose “Hello, how are you?”

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 02 · WEEK 1

Apologies & Reassurance

الاعتذار والطمأنة

Apologise briefly and reassure someone in a warm, natural way.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: My bad. I was late. Speaker B: No worries. You're good. Video 2 — Speaker A: Sorry, I missed your message. Speaker B: It's all good. No stress.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
My bad.خطئي / آسفCASUAL
No worries.لا تقلقEVERYDAY
You're good.الأمر بخيرCASUAL
It's all good.كل شيء بخيرCASUAL
No stress.لا داعي للضغطCASUAL
Usage note: “My bad” is friendly and informal. Use “I apologise” or “I am sorry” in a formal message.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 03 · WEEK 1

Chill & Catch Up

وقت هادئ وتبادل الأخبار

Invite someone to spend time together and arrange a later conversation.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: Wanna chill after class? Speaker B: Yeah, I'm down. Video 2 — Speaker A: We need to catch up. Speaker B: For real. Hit me up tomorrow.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
wannaاختصار غير رسمي لـ want toCASUAL
chillنقضي وقتًا هادئًاCASUAL
catch upنتبادل الأخبار بعد انقطاعEVERYDAY
for realبجد / فعلًاCASUAL
hit me upتواصل معيCASUAL
Usage note: “Chill” here means relax or spend time together. “Wanna” is common in speech but avoid it in formal writing.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 04 · WEEK 1

Vibe & Opinions

الأجواء وإبداء الرأي

Describe the feeling of a place and share a positive or negative impression.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: This place has a great vibe. Speaker B: Yeah, it's legit. Video 2 — Speaker A: That cafe felt a little off. Speaker B: True. It wasn't it.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
vibeالجو أو الإحساس العامCASUAL
legitحقيقي / ممتاز / موثوقCASUAL
feel offيبدو غير مريح أو غير صحيحEVERYDAY
not itغير مناسب أو ليس جيدًاTRENDY
a littleقليلًاEVERYDAY
Usage note: “Legit” can mean genuine or genuinely good. “Not it” is very casual and works best in friendly conversation.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 05 · WEEK 1

Agreement

الموافقة والتأكيد

Agree to a plan or support an opinion with short, modern responses.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: Study group at five? Speaker B: Bet. Say less. Video 2 — Speaker A: This lunch deal is fair. Speaker B: Facts. I'm with you.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
betتم / موافقTRENDY
say lessوصلت الفكرة / لا حاجة للمزيدTRENDY
factsصحيح تمامًاTRENDY
fairعادل أو معقولEVERYDAY
I'm with you.أنا معك / أوافقكEVERYDAY
Usage note: “Bet,” “say less,” and “facts” are highly informal. Use “Agreed” or “That sounds good” at work.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 06 · WEEK 2

Surprise & Celebration

الدهشة والاحتفال

React naturally to good news and surprising results.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: I got an A on the test. Speaker B: No way! That's awesome. Video 2 — Speaker A: Our team won the final. Speaker B: For real? That's wild.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
No way!غير معقول!CASUAL
awesomeرائع جدًاEVERYDAY
For real?حقًا؟CASUAL
That's wild.هذا مذهل / غير متوقعCASUAL
won the finalفاز بالمباراة النهائيةEVERYDAY
Usage note: Tone changes the meaning of “No way!” Here it shows positive surprise, not refusal.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 07 · WEEK 2

Positive Reactions

ردود الفعل الإيجابية

Compliment an object, presentation, or achievement naturally.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: Check out my new phone. Speaker B: That's sick. I love it. Video 2 — Speaker A: Your presentation was amazing. Speaker B: Thanks. I appreciate it.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
check outانظر إلى / تفقدEVERYDAY
sickرائع جدًا في العاميةTRENDY
amazingمذهلEVERYDAY
I love it.أعجبني جدًاEVERYDAY
I appreciate it.أقدّر ذلكEVERYDAY
Usage note: In slang, “sick” can mean excellent. Context and a positive tone make the meaning clear.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 08 · WEEK 2

Willingness & Refusal

القبول والرفض اللطيف

Accept an invitation enthusiastically or decline it without sounding rude.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: Want to join the project? Speaker B: I'm down. Let's do it. Video 2 — Speaker A: Coffee after class? Speaker B: I'm not feeling it today.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
I'm down.أنا موافق / مستعدCASUAL
Let's do it.لنبدأ / لنفعلهاEVERYDAY
I'm not feeling it.لا أرغب بذلك الآنCASUAL
Want to join?هل تريد الانضمام؟EVERYDAY
todayاليومEVERYDAY
Usage note: “I’m not feeling it” is a soft informal refusal. Add “maybe another day” to sound warmer.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 09 · WEEK 2

Negative Feelings

التعب والمواقف المزعجة

Respond to frustration and explain that you are very tired.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: The bus left early. Speaker B: That sucks. Video 2 — Speaker A: Long day? Speaker B: Yeah, I'm beat.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
That sucks.هذا مزعج / سيئCASUAL
I'm beat.أنا مرهق جدًاCASUAL
Long day?كان يومًا طويلًا؟EVERYDAY
left earlyغادر مبكرًاEVERYDAY
tiredمتعبEVERYDAY
Usage note: “That sucks” is common but informal. “That is unfortunate” is safer in formal settings.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 10 · WEEK 2

Honest Reactions

ردود صريحة وطبيعية

Emphasise that you are being honest and confirm that something is genuine.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: Did you finish the challenge? Speaker B: No cap, it was hard. Video 2 — Speaker A: Is this place good? Speaker B: Yeah, it's legit.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
no capبصراحة / دون كذبTRENDY
legitحقيقي أو موثوقCASUAL
hardصعبEVERYDAY
Did you finish?هل انتهيت؟EVERYDAY
Is it good?هل هو جيد؟EVERYDAY
Usage note: “No cap” is youth slang. Use “Honestly” or “To be honest” when you need a neutral alternative.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 11 · WEEK 3

Contact & Follow-up

التواصل والمتابعة

Ask someone to contact you by phone or direct message.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: Hit me up after class. Speaker B: Sure. I'll call you. Video 2 — Speaker A: DM me the link. Speaker B: Got you. Sending it now.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
hit me upتواصل معيCASUAL
I'll call you.سأتصل بكEVERYDAY
DM meأرسل لي رسالة خاصةCASUAL
Got you.حاضر / فهمتCASUAL
Sending it now.أرسله الآنEVERYDAY
Usage note: “DM” belongs to social media. In an email, use “send me the link” or “contact me.”

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 12 · WEEK 3

Online Behavior

السلوك في المحادثات الرقمية

Talk about delayed replies and choosing not to post something yet.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: He stopped replying? Speaker B: Yeah, he ghosted the group chat. Video 2 — Speaker A: Are you posting the news? Speaker B: Low-key, I might wait.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
ghostedاختفى وتوقف عن الردTRENDY
group chatالمحادثة الجماعيةEVERYDAY
low-keyبهدوء / نوعًا ماTRENDY
mightقد / ربماEVERYDAY
postينشر على الإنترنتEVERYDAY
Usage note: Use “ghosted” for an unexplained stop in communication. It is informal and can sound critical.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 13 · WEEK 3

Truth & Suspicion

الحقيقة والشك

Stress that something is true and express polite suspicion before checking.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: This burger is the best, no cap. Speaker B: For real? I'll try it. Video 2 — Speaker A: That message looks sus. Speaker B: Yeah, let's verify it.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
no capبصراحة / دون مبالغةTRENDY
susمريب / مشبوهTRENDY
verifyيتحققEVERYDAY
For real?حقًا؟CASUAL
I'll try it.سأجربهEVERYDAY
Usage note: “Sus” comes from “suspicious.” For formal contexts, say “This message looks suspicious.”

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 14 · WEEK 3

Confidence & Flexing

الثقة والتباهي

Confirm authenticity and describe someone who shows off possessions.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: Is that watch real? Speaker B: Yeah, it's legit. Video 2 — Speaker A: He keeps showing his new phone. Speaker B: He's just flexing.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
legitأصلي / حقيقيCASUAL
flexingيتباهىTRENDY
keeps showingيواصل العرضEVERYDAY
realحقيقي / أصليEVERYDAY
justفقطEVERYDAY
Usage note: “Flexing” usually suggests showing off. It can be playful, but avoid using it as a harsh label.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 15 · WEEK 3

Plans & Social Life

الخطط واللقاءات

Make a simple plan, cancel politely, and suggest another time.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: Wanna hang out at the bookstore? Speaker B: I'm down. Video 2 — Speaker A: Can you still come today? Speaker B: I have to bail. Rain check?

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
hang outنقضي وقتًا معًاCASUAL
I'm down.أنا موافقCASUAL
bailينسحب أو يلغي الخطةCASUAL
rain check?نؤجلها لمرة أخرى؟CASUAL
still comeما زال يستطيع الحضورEVERYDAY
Usage note: When you “bail,” add a brief reason and offer a “rain check” to keep the cancellation polite.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 16 · WEEK 4

Gonna & Wanna

اختصارات الكلام الطبيعي

Recognise two very common spoken reductions and use them in casual speech.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: I'm gonna study tonight. Speaker B: Nice. I wanna join. Video 2 — Speaker A: Wanna grab coffee after class? Speaker B: Yeah, I'm gonna be there.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
gonnaاختصار منطوق لـ going toCASUAL
wannaاختصار منطوق لـ want toCASUAL
grab coffeeنذهب لتناول القهوةCASUAL
be thereيكون حاضرًا هناكEVERYDAY
study tonightيدرس الليلةEVERYDAY
Usage note: “Gonna” and “wanna” are useful for listening and speech. Write “going to” and “want to” formally.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 17 · WEEK 4

Gotta, Lemme & Gimme

اختصارات سريعة في الكلام

Understand three fast spoken forms used in everyday conversation.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: I gotta head out. Speaker B: Cool. Hit me up later. Video 2 — Speaker A: Lemme see the schedule. Speaker B: Sure. Gimme a second.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
gottaاختصار منطوق لـ got to / have toCASUAL
head outيغادرCASUAL
lemmeاختصار منطوق لـ let meCASUAL
gimmeاختصار منطوق لـ give meCASUAL
a secondلحظة قصيرةEVERYDAY
Usage note: These reductions are normal in fast speech, but use the full forms in formal writing.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 18 · WEEK 4

Natural Patterns

تراكيب قصيرة وطبيعية

Use compact questions and responses that native speakers say every day.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: You good? Speaker B: Yeah, I'm just tired. Video 2 — Speaker A: Coming with us? Speaker B: Sounds good. I'm in.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
You good?هل أنت بخير؟CASUAL
just tiredمتعب فقطEVERYDAY
Coming with us?هل ستأتي معنا؟CASUAL
Sounds good.يبدو جيدًاEVERYDAY
I'm in.أنا مشارك / موافقCASUAL
Usage note: Casual speech often drops “Are” from “Are you good?” and “Are you coming with us?”

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 19 · WEEK 4

Casual vs Formal

العامية مقابل اللغة الرسمية

Choose expressions that fit a friendly conversation or a professional message.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: What's up? Speaker B: At work, say hello. Video 2 — Speaker A: Hit me up. Speaker B: In an email, say contact me.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
What's up?تحية عامية: ما الأخبار؟CASUAL
helloمرحبًا بصيغة محايدةEVERYDAY
hit me upتواصل معي بصيغة عاميةCASUAL
contact meتواصل معي بصيغة مهنيةEVERYDAY
at workفي بيئة العملEVERYDAY
Usage note: Good fluency means choosing the right register. Casual is not wrong; it simply belongs in the right situation.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording
LESSON 20 · WEEK 4

Final Review

المراجعة النهائية

Combine the most useful expressions from the course in confident conversation.

Video transcript

Video 1 — Speaker A: What's up? Wanna catch up? Speaker B: I'm down. No worries. Video 2 — Speaker A: No cap, this course was legit. Speaker B: For real. We did it.

Phrase bank

ExpressionArabic meaningRegister
catch upنتبادل الأخبارEVERYDAY
I'm down.أنا موافقCASUAL
No worries.لا تقلقEVERYDAY
no capبصراحة / دون كذبTRENDY
legitرائع أو حقيقيCASUAL
for realفعلًا / بجدCASUAL
Usage note: Review the whole course by rewriting each slang expression in neutral English and recording one final dialogue.

Tasks

  1. Rewrite both dialogues in neutral English.
  2. Write a new two-line dialogue using two phrases.
  3. Record the dialogue, then listen for rhythm and clarity.
  4. Tick when complete: ☐ Videos ☐ Shadowing ☐ Quiz ☐ Recording