Well howdy there, parents! It’s your ol’ pal PixelatedDad, here to help you decode the latest slang so you can keep up with your kiddos. Today, we’re talkin’ about the word “fam.” Now, you might be thinkin’, “I know what fam means, it’s short for family!” But lemme tell ya, in the world of textin’ and social media, fam has taken on a whole new meanin’.

These days, when your kid says “fam,” they ain’t talkin’ ’bout blood relations. No sirree, they’re talkin’ ’bout their closest group of friends. You know, the people they spend all their time with, share all their secrets with, and generally have a blast with. It’s kinda like a chosen family, if you will.

So there ya have it, folks! Next time your kid says they’re hangin’ with the “fam,” you’ll know they’re just kickin’ it with their best buds. Stay tuned for more translations from your friendly neighborhood PixelatedDad!