Gen Alpha slang is causing parents a headache, and even AI can't decipher the secret emoji codes...

In today's digital age, Gen Alpha (the generation born after 2010) has created its own language on social media and gaming platforms. Slang (Gen Alpha Slang) and emoji (Emoji Secret Code) are not just a source of fun for them, but are also often used to secretly humiliate or bully each other.

Yes, on social media, they often leave comments under each other's posts that parents don't understand, but in children's language, they are humiliating or bullying each other.

Parents and AI's Difficulty
The problem is that not only parents, but even artificial intelligence (AI) often fails to understand the true meaning of this slang and emojis (AI Comprehension Gap). For children, this is a kind of secret code that they immediately grasp, while adults often get confused.

Dangerous Slangs and Their Meanings
You can understand this with the help of some examples, such as:

“KYS” – It used to mean “Know Yourself,” but now children use it as “Kill Yourself,” making it difficult for parents to understand.

“Bop” – This word is used to defame a girl or question her character.

Kidney Beans Emoji – A seemingly innocent emoji, but among Gen Alpha, it has become code for an incel (a person who considers themselves involuntarily celibate).

Skull Emoji – Originally used as a joke or a funny statement. Now, if someone writes “You ate that up” and adds this emoji, it means mocking – “What a loser.”

Difference in Understanding Between Children and Adults

A research study found that:

92% of Gen Alpha children recognize the dangerous meanings of slang and emojis.

On average, parents only recognize one-third.

AI models also lagged far behind, with even the best model achieving only 42% correct identification.

Why is this a concern?
Online Safety - When parents fail to understand children's language, they won't be able to spot signs of bullying, online predation, or depression in time.

Fast-changing Codes - These slang terms and emojis come and go quickly. What's popular today may disappear tomorrow, and a new one will emerge. This is why parents are always left behind.

The Way Forward
Experts believe that parents should stay updated on technology and children's language. Some apps and surveys are being developed to help parents understand new slang and emojis.

Overall, the digital language of Gen Alpha isn't just fun or trendy, but also holds hidden dangers. While children understand these codes quickly, for parents and even AI, it's nothing short of "code-breaking." Therefore, it is important that parents talk openly to their children about this and try to understand their language, so that they can protect and help their children from dangers like cyber-bullying.

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