In German
Digga
Meaning: bro, dude (youth slang)
Formal or informal? Very casual youth slang, more current and informal than “Alter”. Common in urban, youth-culture German, influenced by hip-hop culture. Not used with anyone outside your peer group.
Example sentences
Digga,echtjetzt?
Bro, for real?
Wasgeht,Digga?
What's up, bro?
Digga,ichhab'sgeschafft!
Bro, I did it!
Common mistake
Don't use “Digga” thinking it's neutral slang for everyone — it's specifically youth slang and can sound try-hard or out of place from an older speaker.
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Is “Digga” the same as “Alter”?
Similar meaning, but “Digga” is more specifically youth/urban slang, while “Alter” is broader casual slang used by more age groups.
Where does “Digga” come from?
It comes from German youth and hip-hop culture, popularized especially in urban German-speaking communities.