This is generally used ironically and can definitely trigger an eye roll, depending on who you use it with.
Meaning: Casual
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Ikr
When you wholeheartedly agree with what your text partner is saying, you can serve up this particular abbreviation.
Meaning: I know, right?
3
Tbh
This can be used to accompany some serious truth bombs or simply to express your opinion on a particular subject.
Meaning: To be honest
4
Omw
When you’re running out the door or jogging to the bus stop but need to let your friend know you’ll be there soon, shooting off a quick “omw” can save you precious seconds.
Meaning: On my way
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Ofc
Another handy time-saver to quickly let your pal know you’re on the same page as them.
Meaning: Of course
6
Irl
We all know that social media doesn’t necessarily correspond with real life, so you may hear about how someone or something is a little different “irl”. A good one to know while you’re navigating your various socials.
Meaning: In real life
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Idc
This one is pretty straightforward and if you want to let someone know how little you care, shortening the phrase to three letters really drives the point home.
Meaning: I don’t care
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Obvs
This is another testament to the average texter’s hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia (fear of long words) – even “obviously” got the chop. “Obvs” will suffice to make your feelings known.
Meaning: Obviously
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Atm
Whilst this combination of letters is more traditionally known to mean Automated Teller Machine (ie. a cash machine), if you see it used during a text conversion, chances are it means “at the moment”.
Meaning: At the moment
10
Tbf
Often used to present a counter argument or interject with a dose of rationale, this is a widely-used term in text conversations.
Meaning: To be fair
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V
Why emphasize your point by typing out a long series of “very, very, very”, when you could simply put “vvv”? You can indicate the severity of what you’re expressing by using more or fewer “v”s – the joys of the modern age.