Seth Meyers unhelpfully mis-explains teen slang for non-teens

When it comes to talking teen, Seth Meyers is not your friend — (Image credit: Late Night)

Parents, grandparents, teachers, and anyone else who has to deal with teenagers, listen up: Seth Meyers will accurately explain what "on fleek" means in the Late Night video below. But under no circumstances should you use any of the other teen slang words in the manner he explains. In fact, it's probably safer not to use any of them at all. Especially "twant." On the other hand, you should watch for the laughs. (Warning: Meyers at times uses slightly crude language you and your coworkers/children/parents will understand.) —Peter Weber

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Peter has worked as a news and culture writer and editor at The Week since the site's launch in 2008. He covers politics, world affairs, religion and cultural currents. His journalism career began as a copy editor at a financial newswire and has included editorial positions at The New York Times Magazine, Facts on File, and Oregon State University.