Where did “6-7” come from?
Like so much kid slang, “6-7” started as a joke and became a catch-all. The spark was a viral clip from a song where the numbers “six, seven” were repeated with dramatic emphasis. TikTok edits looped it, added sound effects, and soon kids were shouting “6-7” at random moments.
It doesn’t actually mean anything specific. That’s the point. It’s filler. It’s a punchline. It’s the linguistic version of shrugging your shoulders but louder.
How kids actually use it
If you’ve overheard a group of kids using “6-7,” you’ve probably noticed it drops into conversation like seasoning—sprinkled everywhere, regardless of context.
Example 1: Dinner table chaos
Parent: Do you want broccoli or carrots?
Kid 1: 6-7.
Parent: That’s… not a vegetable.
Kid 2: Broccoli is like, a 6-7. For real.Example 2: Gaming session
Kid: I just got destroyed. Total 6-7 moment.
Friend: Nah, that was like a 6-7 in reverse. Respect.Example 3: Random nonsense
Parent: How was school today?
Kid: 6-7.
Parent: What does that even mean?!
Kid: Exactly.See the pattern? It means nothing… but also everything, depending on how dramatically it’s said.
Parent translation tips
The trick isn’t to decode “6-7” (because you can’t). It’s to notice how it’s used:
- If said with excitement: it’s good.
- If said with groan: it’s bad.
- If said while laughing: it’s just for laughs.
Why nonsense slang sticks
Slang like “6-7” thrives because kids love inside jokes. It bonds them together. Numbers are universal, and using them nonsensically flips adult logic on its head. Parents ask “Why those numbers?”—kids respond “Exactly, that’s why.”
For kids, it’s not about meaning, it’s about belonging.
Parent survival guide
So what should parents do when “6-7” takes over their household?
- Lean in: Drop a “6-7” back at them. The shock and laughter are worth it.
- Don’t overthink it: It’s not code. It’s comedy.
- Enjoy the absurdity: Childhood slang comes and goes. This one’s harmless fun.
