Texting Abbreviations & Chat Slang
What do texting abbreviations mean? Full list of SMS and chat acronyms explained with examples.
All Texting Abbreviations & Chat Slang Terms
18 termsWhat does "SMH" mean?
"Shaking My Head" — expressing disappointment, disapproval, or disbelief.
What does "NGL" mean?
"Not Gonna Lie" — a phrase to preface an honest or potentially surprising admission.
What does "TBH" mean?
"To Be Honest" — used to preface a candid or frank opinion.
What does "ISTG" mean?
"I Swear to God" — used for strong emphasis, frustration, or making a serious point.
What does "WYD" mean?
"What You Doing?" — a casual check-in, often used as a low-key way to start a conversation.
What does "HMU" mean?
"Hit Me Up" — contact me, reach out to me.
What does "IYKYK" mean?
"If You Know, You Know" — implying insider knowledge or a shared experience that not everyone understands.
What does "IMO" mean?
"In My Opinion" — used to preface a personal take or viewpoint.
What does "TTYL" mean?
"Talk To You Later" — a casual sign-off ending a conversation.
What does "LMK" mean?
"Let Me Know" — asking someone to inform or update you.
What does "WBU" mean?
"What About You?" — turning a question back to the other person.
What does "BRB" mean?
"Be Right Back" — stepping away briefly but planning to return soon.
What does "IRL" mean?
"In Real Life" — referring to the physical world as opposed to online or digital spaces.
What does "BRB" mean?
"Be Right Back" — a brief notification that you're temporarily stepping away.
What does "TTYL" mean?
"Talk To You Later" — a casual goodbye in digital communication.
What does "LMK" mean?
"Let Me Know" — asking someone to inform you or follow up.
What does "WBU" mean?
"What About You?" — asking for someone's thoughts, plans, or status.
What does "IMO" mean?
"In My Opinion" — signals a personal view rather than a fact.