Only ’80s Kids Can Ace This Totally Tubular Slang Quiz

Culture February 6, 2025

Can you remember the definition of “cowabunga”?

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Arnold Schwarzenegger riding his motorcycle in 1982
Retry Correct Incorrect One of the most common expressions from the 1980s was “cowabunga.” This term originated from surfers and was used when they were ready to ride a wave. They might say, “Look at this huge wave coming in! Cowabunga!”
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Can you remember the definition of “cowabunga”?

  • lost
  • done
  • ready
  • thirsty
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