WatchWord · Ages 10-18 · In use
sped
Short for special education, used as an insult when someone does something foolish.
You walked into the glass door? Such a sped.
For parents and educators
Kids in special education hear it at school and know who it's aimed at. It works the same way as the r-word.
If you’re worried
If your child uses it, ask who they think it's about. If your child receives support at school and is called this, tell the school. Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text 686868.
Where it came from
School shorthand for special education programs, turned into a put-down.
Also heard as
such a sped