Have ever wondered what “IG” means or what it stands for in a text message? There’s no need to guess at the meaning—we have all the answers you need for this inline initialism.
“FTW!” What does it mean when you see this initialism online or in a text? We’ll explain what FTW stands for, its different meanings, and how you can use it properly in writing yourself.
Some Internet slang words and phrases remain the same for many years, while others change and evolve as they are picked up by different groups. Based and its meaning definitely fall into the second category….
Have ever seen “DTB” tacked on to the end of a text message and wondered what it means? Or maybe you’ve seen it overlayed in a video? Although it isn’t as common as other online terms, it’s important when you see it to know w…
Have you ever wondered what POV means in a video title or hashtag? This descriptive label is commonly seen on some of the most popular video apps and websites, but its use can sometimes be confusing.
Have ever heard the term “DM” used during a conversation about social media, in a text message, or on discussion boards and wondered what DM means or what it stands for? Here’s everything you need to know….
Despite its vulgar name, YouTube Poop is a staple of the YouTube platform and an immensely interesting form of self-expression. Often abbreviated YTP, it’s an important part of web culture, and you’ve probably seen it without…
CC and BCC are standard fields you’ll see in your email inbox. But what does CC mean anyway? What does BCC stand for? Here we’ll answer your questions by explaining both terms and how you may be able to use them in your email…
Has someone on the internet asked you to recommend a good bop? Get your playlists ready! Here’s what this fun, music-related slang term means and how to use it online.
Have you written about your accomplishments only to have someone call them a “BFD”? Sometimes, a BFD isn’t as big a deal as it seems. Here’s what this sarcastic internet slang term means and how to use it….
Have you ever seen a random block of text online that made absolutely no sense? It may have been a copypasta: a unique type of internet meme. Let’s take a look at where this tasty-sounding term originates and an example of wh…
If someone’s ever sent you “FS” in response to your messages, you should consider it a good sign. Here’s what this initialism means and how to use it in your texts.
Bumping can be one of the most annoying practices on the internet. If you’ve ever seen someone spam “bump” on a post for seemingly no reason, here’s why, and what they’re trying to communicate.
Despite its grim look, the skull emoji actually means something surprisingly lighthearted on the internet. Here’s what all those skulls in the comments sections mean.
It’s one of the most popular slang terms on the web for a reason. Here’s what BC means and how it can save you a few extra seconds whenever you type a sentence explaining yourself.
One of the hottest internet acronyms among today’s teenagers is ISTG. Here’s what this versatile slang term means and how you can use it in your messages and social media posts.
No, we’re not talking about baseball caps. Here’s what this unusual internet slang term means and why you’re seeing it all over Tweets and song lyrics.
Have you seen people on the internet discussing the “fandoms” they’re a part of? Fandoms are some of the most powerful forces on the internet. Here’s what these devoted fanbases are and how they bring people together….
GM and GN are ways to start and end the day with someone special. Here’s what these time-based acronyms mean and how to use them in your conversations.
Have you ever been told to “touch grass” after a heated internet fight? Don’t worry, you don’t need to go to your local park for this. Here’s what the phrase means and how you can use it properly.
AF stands for “as fuck” on the internet and is used to emphasize something in an either humorous or serious way. The lowercase form, af, communicates a lighter and more relaxed tone.
Has someone done you the honor of calling you an OG? It’s a sign of respect. We’ll explain what an OG is and how to use this slang term to refer to someone you admire.
GTFO is one of the internet’s oldest insults, and it’s still being thrown around to this day. Here’s what this aggressive initialism means and where you can use it appropriately.
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