This internet slang phrase has nothing to do with a free place to stay for the night. Rent free has become one of the internet’s most beloved insults in recent years, and here’s why.
It’s almost impossible to browse the internet without seeing “STFU” at least once. Here’s what this intense acronym means and why you might want to avoid throwing it around.
If you see TIA at the end of a message, they’re probably not referring to a woman named Tia—it’s a way to subtly encourage you to help them out. Here’s what TIA means and how to use it.
Don’t be fooled—XD is not an acronym! It’s a great way to express yourself on the internet without busting out the emoji keyboard. Here’s what this text-based emoji means and how you can start using it….
Has someone replied to you with “whoosh” on social media or in a chat discussion? There might be something you’re not getting. Here’s what it means and how to use it online.
If you’re planning to go clothes shopping on reseller markets, look out for products that are “NWT” and “BNWT,” Here’s what these acronyms mean and how to use them on online marketplaces.
If you’re looking to sell your stuff online, you should add WTS to your vocabulary. Here’s what this acronym is and how to use it to unload your stuff.
Have you ever sent out an extremely long text, only to be met with a short “wdym?” Here’s what that internet acronym means and how you can use it to express your confusion.
Are you looking to buy something on the internet and don’t want to browse through thousands of product listings? Then consider using “WTB,” which will make your intentions clear.
If you’re shopping online for items in high demand (or planning to pick up an order), it would help to know what PPU means. Here’s what you should know about this online marketplace acronym.
If you’re planning to run a small business selling items online—or if you’re planning on buying in bulk—then you should know what an MOQ is. Here’s what this term means and why it matters.
Unless you’re willing to spend hours scrubbing the smell out of a used couch, look for products that are SF. Here’s what this acronym means and how to use it.
Has someone responded to your message with “oof?” Or maybe you’ve noticed the same “oof” sound clip in multiple YouTube videos? Here’s what this word means and why it’s one of the most popular terms on the internet nowadays….
We’re not talking about the popular Asian restaurant. If you’re looking for items on the second-hand market and don’t like pet hair, pay attention to which ones are “PF.” Here’s what it means and how do you use it….
OEMs can be a great way to save some money on PC parts by getting them from the source. Here’s what this acronym means and why it’s a must-know for computer enthusiasts.
That’s not the typo on the name of a popular newspaper. NTY is an acronym you can use to politely say no to a frustrating person or an unappealing offer. Here’s how to use it.
“NIP” is a crucial acronym if you’re trading valuable items on the internet. Keep reading to find out what it means and why you should watch out for it—and why NIP can mean big bucks.
If you want to sell some of your belongings, you’ll be able to offer them at a higher price if they’re EUC. Here’s what the acronym means and how to use it in your product listings.
If you’ve been following the cryptocurrency trading scene online, you might see people talking about crypto tokens hitting their “ATH.” But what does ATH mean? We’ll explain its roots in the financial world….
Have you ever seen a fantastic-looking pair of pants for sale accompanied by the acronym TTS? Here’s what this acronym means and how you can use it to make sure your clothes fit well.
Has someone ever replied to you with a single letter “F”? Don’t worry: It’s not as bad as you think. Here’s where this illustrious piece of internet history comes from and why an “F” means to pay respects….
Fanfiction is one of the biggest phenomena on the internet, with entire websites and communities dedicated to it. Keep reading to discover what fanfiction is, where it comes from, and why millions of people read and write it….
There’s a good chance you’ve seen the acronym “FUD” to describe someone saying negative about something in technology—such as cryptocurrency or NFTs. Here’s what it means and where you can find it.
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