From weekdates to cazh convos, here's Gen Z's 2024 'Dating Wrapped'

As someone from Gen Z who isn’t on any dating apps (I know, I know, I’m a rare breed), it was eye-opening to dive into what the rest of y’all have been up to in the dating world this year. Happn has given us the inside scoop, so if you’ve ever wondered what my generation’s been up to when it comes to love, here’s the lowdown—don’t worry, we’re not totally letting you down.

Hinglish, because why stick to one language when you can mix ‘em up?

Let’s start with the most important trend of 2024: Hinglish. That’s right, Gen Z has officially made it the go-to language for all things romance. Forget formal English or overly dramatic Hindi—we’re mixing both and keeping it casual. It’s like texting your bestie but with a little more heart. And honestly, it works. The whole “yo, kya kar rahe ho?” vibe is where it’s at—no need to pretend you’re some smooth talker. According to Happn, speaking in our version of English is what’s building trust and keeping things real.

 

Weekends? More like weekdays now

Now let’s talk scheduling. While the older generations may still be reserving weekends for date nights, Gen Z? We’re keeping it spontaneous. Who says date night has to be on Saturday? We’re out here turning Monday nights into mini-romantic adventures. Whether it’s grabbing coffee after work or catching a movie on a random Tuesday, we’re all about squeezing in those moments whenever we can. And it’s not just about long, drawn-out dinners—it’s about real, unplanned moments. So, props to everyone who’s ever made a date happen on a weekday, no excuses.

Rejection? Just another lesson to learn

Let’s face it—rejection sucks. But this year, Gen Z's approach to rejection has been way more chill. Instead of sulking or spending hours overthinking, we’ve turned it into an opportunity to learn and grow. A few of us might feel a little sting, but the majority? We're treating it like any other life lesson. I mean, when things don’t work out, we just shrug it off, keep swiping, and move on. Not to say the older crowd doesn’t take rejection hard, they do, but they’re also more likely to take a break and dwell for a bit. Gen Z? We’re just like, “Alr cool. Next!”

So what now?

As 2024 wraps up, it’s clear we’ve rewritten the dating playbook. From mixing languages to spontaneous weekday adventures, Gen Z has embraced authenticity and new rules. To everyone proving our dating game strong—thanks for not letting me down. You know, maybe one day I’ll hop on a dating app—but for now, I’m just here for the insights.

Here’s to 2025, where we keep it real and make even stronger connections!

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