Hi, what exactly is a buzz word?

[FrankU]

Hi, what exactly is a buzz word? I understand it's a term that is used by somebody who wants to impress others. As far as I know a buzz word doesn't mean much but it sure sounds like an important word. Is that right? Or are there any positive aspects about buzz words? Waiting to hear your opinions.
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[Alex Stream]

Can you give some samples of buzz words?

[Torsten]

Hi Alex,

Every industry or development creates its own buzzword. For example, I would classify the word elearning (or e-learning) as a buzzword because it is often used without giving a clear definition.
Please, mind the spelling: buzzword. (one word).
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[Newmind]

Hello, would you classify the term unique selling proposition (USP) as a buzzword? After all, there is no clear definition for this term, is there? And so many people who want to sound intelligent seem to use it.

[Katarzyna]

I found a funny link dedicated to buzzwords

http://www.buzzwhack.com/

[Sunny]

Hehehe Thanks, Katarzyna.
Look, what I found:

"microwaiting: The time spent in front of the employee break room microwave while your lunch heats up. Regularly occurs a few minutes before noon and is generally not reported as a part of the lunch hour.
Nominated by Christopher Paulin"

I had to share that with you

[Katarzyna]

[Torsten]

[Katarzyna]

Another sophisticated expression instead of 'slogan'?

USP / unique selling proposition / is a commonly used term in Business English that means a special quality which each product possesses and which makes it different from other products and hence attractive to customers [e.g. A catchy brand name and a reasonable price make this product a unique selling proposition]. A good example of USP may be "Fresh, hot pizza delivered in 30 minutes or less, guaranteed"?

Yes, I think, Torsten, it may quickly become a buzzword when people learn its meaning and start selling themselves . The first place I can see it being used are all those matchmakers sites in the Internet .

[NicoleHK]