What’s the Oxford Word of the Year for 2024?
It’s ‘brain rot’! Doesn’t that sound funny? But wait - it has an important meaning!
Oxford University Press (OUP) chose this word because it’s very popular. You see it on social media, in the news, and in everyday talk. In 2024, people used this word a lot!
What does the word mean?
‘Brain rot’ is when your brain feels tired or not as smart because you spend too much time on silly or useless things, like watching endless videos or scrolling on social media.
This word became popular because many people think social media and bad content can affect us in a bad way. It can hurt our focus, make us feel unhappy, or even disturb our sleep.
Harmful effects of social media on kids.
Too much time on screens can:
Make kids feel sad or worried.
Show pictures that make them feel bad about themselves.
Distract them from studying or hobbies.
Hurt their eyes and make it hard to sleep.
To avoid 'brain rot', spend less time on social media. Try hobbies like drawing or playing outside. Also, spend time with friends and family, and focus on fun, health, and learning new things!
