Common Golf Slang:
General:
* Birdie: A score of one under par on a hole.
* Eagle: A score of two under par on a hole.
* Albatross: A score of three under par on a hole (also known as a double eagle).
* Bogey: A score of one over par on a hole.
* Double bogey: A score of two over par on a hole.
* Triple bogey: A score of three over par on a hole.
* Par: The standard score for a hole.
* Mulligan: An extra shot allowed when a player makes a bad swing (usually informal and not allowed in tournaments).
* Fore! A shout used to warn others that a ball is coming their way.
* The short game: Refers to shots around the green (chips, putts, etc.).
* The long game: Refers to shots from the tee box and fairway.
* The dance floor: The area around the green, often featuring bunkers or hazards.
* The green jacket: The iconic jacket awarded to the winner of the Masters Tournament.
Specific Shots:
* Fat: A shot that is hit too low, resulting in a short distance.
* Thin: A shot that is hit too high, resulting in a high, short distance.
* Pull: A shot that curves to the left of the intended target (for a right-handed golfer).
* Slice: A shot that curves to the right of the intended target (for a right-handed golfer).
* Hook: A shot that curves to the right of the intended target (for a left-handed golfer).
* Push: A shot that curves to the left of the intended target (for a left-handed golfer).
* Top: Hitting the ball above its center, resulting in a low, short shot.
* Shank: Hitting the ball off the hosel of the club, resulting in a shot going way off-target.
Other:
* Sandbagger: A player who intentionally plays poorly to get into a lower handicap category.
* Grip it and rip it: A common saying that encourages players to hit the ball with power.
* "I'm just going to go out there and have some fun." A typical golfer's excuse for poor play.
* "It's just a game." A common response to being frustrated with a bad round.
* "I'm going to get my money's worth." A golfer's declaration that they're going to play every shot, even if they're far behind.
Note: Many slang terms are specific to a particular region or group of golfers. This list provides a general overview of common golf slang.