Text Slang Dictionary: A–Z

Usually “Alright,” showing agreement or acknowledgment; it can also mean “Already,” depending on the sentence.

BR can mean “Best Regards,” “Battle Royale,” or “Brazil”; in some chats, it signals a brief break.

For Real. Used to express sincerity, agreement, or disbelief.

“Good Luck.” Used to wish someone success before an exam, interview, game, or other challenge.

Good Morning, America. Also used in texting to mean “Good Morning, All.”

Gang. A casual way to address friends or your close circle; it can also shorten “Going.”

“I Don’t Think.” Used in casual texts to express doubt, hesitation, or mild disagreement.

IMR can mean “I Mean Really,” “In My Room,” or “I'm Right” in texting. Its meaning depends on the conversation and tone.

I Don’t Know. Informal shorthand used to express uncertainty.

KM may mean “Kill Me” in informal messages or refer to kilometers in distance discussions; context determines the meaning.

Love Of My Life. Used for sincere affection or playful admiration.

The fictional company in Severance, often referenced in memes and jokes about controlling workplaces.

Let You Know. Used when someone plans to share an update or answer later.

MW has context-dependent meanings, including “Most Welcome” in replies to thanks, “Modern Warfare” in gaming, and “megawatt” in energy discussions.

No Mames. A vulgar Mexican Spanish expression of surprise, disbelief, or frustration.

On My Soul or Oh My Stars. Can express sincerity or surprise, depending on context.

To choose. “OPT In” means choosing to participate; “opt out” means choosing to leave.

“Profile Picture.” The photo, avatar, or icon representing someone’s account on social media or messaging apps.

Put That Sh*t On. Fashion slang praising an outfit; in school contexts, Parent Teacher Student Organization.

Usually “Shoutout for Shoutout,” a mutual profile promotion; it can also mean “Snap for Snap” or “Spam for Spam.”

SH can mean “Self-Harm,” “Same Here,” or a quieting “Shh,” depending on the surrounding conversation.

Screen Name or Say Nothing. The intended meaning depends on the conversation.

Stop Playing With Me. Used to express disbelief, teasing, or frustration.

“Shut The Fuck Up.” A vulgar phrase used to demand silence or express playful disbelief, depending on tone.

Shut Up or Swipe Up. Context determines whether it is a chat reaction or a social-media instruction.

Can refer to Sydney, a nickname, or personal shorthand. Read the surrounding message for context.

TMU can mean “Turn Me Up” in energetic exchanges; other interpretations depend on context, so clarify unfamiliar uses.

Talk To Me. A casual invitation to start or continue a conversation.

What’s Da Play? In casual planning chats, it asks about the plan or next activity.

Can mean Win Streak in gaming or other shorthand in chats. Check the surrounding context.

What The Hell or What The Heck. Expresses surprise, confusion, or frustration.

Usually “What’s the Move?” to ask about plans; it can also mean “What’s the Matter?” or “Whatever That Means.”

WWA has no widely established texting meaning; it may represent group initials or personal shorthand, so check the context.

Informal, context-dependent shorthand that may ask about someone’s background, feelings, or plans.

What You On? A casual way to ask what someone is doing or planning, often before suggesting a hangout.

What You Talking Bout? Used to ask for clarification or react with disbelief.

You Feel Me? Used to check whether someone understands or relates to your point.