This collection presents 29 Slang words that start with V, spanning from “v-card” to “vurp”. Many entries are clipped forms or internet coinages. They include regional and cultural variants useful for writers and learners.
Slang words that start with V are informal vocabulary items beginning with V, often playful or expressive in tone. For example, “v-card” became a common slang term for virginity in late 20th-century youth culture.
Below you’ll find the table with Word, Meaning, Example, Region, Register, and Source.
Word: The slang term itself, spelled and punctuated as commonly used so you can identify and search it quickly.
Meaning: A concise plain-language definition that explains sense and nuance, helping you decide whether to use the term.
Example: One short, natural sentence showing everyday use, so you can see tone and grammar in context.
Region: Notes where the term is most common, which helps you avoid regional mismatches in writing or dialogue.
Register: Shows the term’s formality and attitude—informal, slangy, or pejorative—so you better match tone to audience.
Source: Brief citation or note about origin and date, helping you judge currency and trace usage history.
Slang words that start with V
| Word | Meaning | Region | Register/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| vibe | A person’s emotional state or the atmosphere of a place. | Global | Informal, noun/verb |
| vamoose | To depart hurriedly; to leave quickly. | US | Dated, jocular, verb |
| veg out | To relax in a lazy and mindless way. | Global | Informal, verb phrase |
| vibing | Relaxing, enjoying the moment, or getting along well with someone. | Global | Informal, current, verb |
| v-card | A metaphorical ‘card’ representing a person’s virginity. | US/Global | Informal, jocular, noun |
| vacay | A shortened, informal term for a vacation. | US/Global | Informal, noun |
| vape | To inhale and exhale vapor from an electronic cigarette. | Global | Informal, noun/verb |
| vittles | Food or provisions. | US/UK | Dated, dialectal, noun |
| vurp | To vomit slightly into one’s mouth; a wet burp. | US | Informal, gross-out, verb |
| vajayjay | A euphemistic and jocular slang term for the vagina. | US | Euphemistic, informal, noun |
| vibe check | A spontaneous assessment of someone’s mood or general aura. | Global | Internet slang, current, noun |
| valid | A fair point; something that is reasonable, relatable, or respectable. | Global | Youth slang, current, adjective |
| vax | A vaccine or vaccination. | Global | Informal, current, noun/verb |
| vaxxed | Having been vaccinated. | Global | Informal, current, adjective |
| vent | To express a strong, negative emotion; to complain at length. | Global | Informal, verb |
| vlog | A video blog; a journal recorded in video form. | Global | Internet slang, noun/verb |
| vom | An abbreviation for vomit. | UK/Australia | Informal, noun/verb |
| voetsek | An impolite command to go away; get lost. | South Africa | Pejorative, offensive, interjection |
| v-dub | A Volkswagen automobile. | US/UK | Informal, jocular, noun |
| vexed | Annoyed, frustrated, or worried. | UK | Colloquial, dated, adjective |
| vibe with | To have a good connection with; to like or agree with. | Global | Informal, current, verb phrase |
| v-sign | A two-fingered hand gesture. | UK/Global | Informal, noun |
| voguing | A dance style characterized by model-like poses. | US/Global | Cultural, informal, noun/verb |
| vrek | To die; to break down completely. | South Africa | Pejorative, informal, verb |
| vollie | A game of volleyball. | Australia | Informal, jocular, noun |
| veggie | A vegetarian; a vegetable. | Global | Informal, noun/adjective |
| veejay | A video jockey; a host of a music video program. | US/Global | Dated, informal, noun |
| vibecession | Widespread negative feeling about the economy despite positive data. | US/Global | Neologism, current, noun |
| vest-up | To put on a bulletproof vest. | US | Jargon, informal, verb |
Descriptions
vibe
Extremely common, used to describe a general feeling or mood. “The coffee shop had a really chill vibe.”
vamoose
From the Spanish ‘vamos’. Often used humorously or in old movies. “We’d better vamoose before we get caught.”
veg out
Describes a state of passive relaxation, often in front of a screen. “I’m just going to veg out on the couch tonight.”
vibing
The active form of ‘vibe’, popular in youth and online slang. “We were just vibing to the music.”
v-card
Commonly used in discussions about losing one’s virginity for the first time. “He was nervous about losing his v-card.”
vacay
A common clipping used in casual conversation and on social media. “Can’t wait for our beach vacay next month!”
vape
Both the device and the act are called this. “He tried to vape inside the restaurant and was asked to leave.”
vittles
An old-fashioned, folksy term derived from ‘victuals’, often used for comedic effect. “Let’s get some vittles at the town fair.”
vurp
A portmanteau of ‘vomit’ and ‘burp’, describing an unpleasant physical sensation. “I ate too fast and almost vurped.”
vajayjay
Popularized by TV shows in the 2000s as a way to avoid censorship. “The term vajayjay became a mainstream euphemism.”
vibe check
Used online to ask how someone is doing or to judge their character. “He posted a weird comment, failed the vibe check.”
valid
Used as a simple affirmation of someone else’s feelings or opinions. “Her reason for being upset is totally valid.”
vax
A common clipping that became widespread during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Did you get your flu vax this year?”
vaxxed
Used to describe one’s vaccination status in casual conversation and online. “He’s fully vaxxed and ready to travel.”
vent
While a standard word, this specific sense implies an emotional release. “She needed to call her friend and just vent about work.”
vlog
A portmanteau of ‘video’ and ‘blog’, now a standard term for the genre. “She started a vlog about her travels in Asia.”
vom
A common, casual shortening used particularly in British and Australian English. “That food looks like pure vom.”
voetsek
From Afrikaans. A very strong and rude way to tell someone to leave. “He yelled ‘voetsek’ at the stray dog.”
v-dub
An affectionate nickname for the car brand, based on the letters V and W. “He’s saving up to buy a vintage V-dub bus.”
vexed
While a standard English word, it’s often used informally in the UK. “I’m proper vexed that I missed the train.”
vibe with
Extends the word ‘vibe’ to describe compatibility with a person, place, or idea. “I really vibe with her taste in music.”
v-sign
In the UK, with the palm inward, it’s a potent insult. Palm outward, it means peace. “He gave the other driver the V-sign.”
voguing
Originating in 1980s ballroom culture, it entered mainstream slang via music and TV. “They were voguing on the dance floor all night.”
vrek
From the Afrikaans word for ‘perish’. Used for animals or, insultingly, people/objects. “My old car will probably vrek soon.”
vollie
An example of Australian fondness for shortening words and adding ‘-ie’ or ‘-o’. “Let’s have a game of beach vollie.”
veggie
A very common, friendly shortening used for both people and food items. “Do you have any veggie options on the menu?”
veejay
Associated with the heyday of music television channels like MTV in the 1980s-90s. “She wanted to be a veejay when she grew up.”
vibecession
A very recent portmanteau of ‘vibe’ and ‘recession’, used in media and online. “Pundits are debating if we’re in a real vibecession.”
vest-up
Common slang in law enforcement and criminal contexts for preparing for action. “The team was told to vest-up before the raid.”