Given the times we live in, it’s essential to know who you should take medical advice from and who you shouldn’t. That’s why you should keep your eyes peeled for “IANAD.” Here’s what it means.
The internet is a great place—until it’s not. You can fall into a pit of depressing news and “hot takes.” Yet many people have a tendency to come back for more. That’s where “doomscrolling” or “doomsurfing” comes in….
You might have noticed someone’s profile on a messaging app read, “NR, going camping.” What exactly is “NR,” and what does it have to do with camping? Read on to find out.
Has someone texted you “srsly?” in response to some pretty huge news, but you’re not sure what it means? Read on to learn the definition of this common internet abbreviation.
“NFW!” Not sure what this means? It’s a common expression across the internet. Read on to learn how to use this handy way of expressing your surprise.
Have you seen tweets with people talking about their “SO?” That’s probably not the word “so” accidentally typed in all-caps. It’s a totally different term.
Is your sentence too jargon-heavy and difficult to understand? Someone might tell you to try putting it “IOW.” Here’s what this acronym means how to use it to simplify your language.
Have you recently gotten a message that had the word “LMAO” in it? Or maybe you heard someone say it in person? Find out what this acronym means and how to use it.
If you say something funny in the group chat, someone might reply with “ROFL!” What does this acronym mean, and how is it different from LOL? We’ll take a look at the term, its origins, and how you can use it in your own conv…
Did you see someone say “TBF” in an enlightening internet debate? No, TBF doesn’t mean “total brain fart,” although you’d be forgiven for having one if you don’t recognize this initialism. Here’s what TBF means and how to use…
Want to let someone know you’re going somewhere? You might want to use the acronym OMW. Maybe someone’s said it to you when you invited them to your pool party. Find out what it means and how to use it….
The term “LOL” is a staple of internet and text message conversations far and wide. Where did this legendary three-letter abbreviation come from, and how do you use it? Find out here.
You’re scrolling on Twitter, and someone talks about “taking the L” on a brutal video game. What does it mean, and what is “L” short for? Here’s what the phrase means and how you can use it.
If you’re not in the know about the newest internet acronyms, you may not have heard of “IYKYK.” Read on to find out what this elusive term is and how to use it.
If you’ve come across the acronym “wbk” on Twitter and had no idea what it meant, read on. We’ll explain what it and its expansion mean on the internet.
HTH might seem like it stands for many things, but it’s mostly used to lend a helping hand online. Here’s what HTH means, the history of the term, and how you can use it.
You might have seen the acronym “YSK” online before, often followed by facts and information. Not sure what it’s supposed to mean? Here’s what it stands for and why you should know about it.
Why is everyone saying “sus” lately, and what does it mean? Here’s a look into the rise of this unique piece of internet slang.
Have you ever heard a PC enthusiast talk about how important “RGB” is and wondered why? It’s all about colors. Read on to learn about the hottest tech design trend among gamers.
Have you ever been told “TMI!” while you’re talking about your latest medical procedure in great detail? Here’s what it means and why you might want to tone down the organ talk.
If you see the acronym “w/e” in a text, then someone may not have been paying attention to what you were saying (or they might not care). Here’s what this internet slang term means and how to use it.
The acronym “DW” is a great way to make a conversation a little less tense. We’ll tell you what it means and how to use it in your messages.
You’re scrolling through social media, and you encounter someone saying that they’re “HODLING” or telling someone else to “HODL.” Confused? Here’s what the word means in the world of cryptocurrency and finance—and why it’s …
Has anyone ever sent you a short “IDC” in response to something you were really excited about? Here’s what it means and why you might find it a little rude.
Have you ever been sent a sentence referring to “smth” and wondered what that’s supposed to mean? We’ll explain this internet abbreviation to you and tell you how to use it.