Chat Acronym Dictionary

Madison Thomas | @inthelifeofmads

Are you lol-ing with your friends online? Or are you jk-ing yourself? If you need a brush up on chat lingo, here are some popular acronyms that will have you speaking the language 2day:

Brb: be right back

Don’t close that computer yet! Your conversation will resume as soon as the person has finished with their interruption.

Btw: by the way

This can be used when you friend is reminded of a pertinent thought she needs to share with you.

Example Sentence: “Btw I had a date last night.”

B4n: bye for now

Never fret, he definitely interested in you and wants to have a second chat later.

Example sentence: “I really enjoyed talking with you…b4n.”

Ily: I love you

Use sparingly – this acronym could be the start of something new.

Example Sentence: “I’ll see you when I get home. Ily honey!”

Np: no problem

Usually this acronym comes after an apology or an explanation on your part, and is well-received by the reader.

Example Sentence: “It’s np. I can take out the trash. You can do the dishes.”

Example Sentence: “I got a call. Brb.”

Rn: right now

You might get this from your boss or a last minute addition for a project.

Example Sentence: “I need you to make at 25 page PowerPoint rn!!!”

Tfi: thanks for info

This sentiment is usually said after an interesting tidbit is shared in the conversation.

Example Sentence: “I didn’t know bald eagles mated for life tfi.”

Tl;dr: too long; didn’t read

Easy there, no one wants to read a novel on your Facebook chat. This is usually said by itself indicating that your audience does not have the time, nor the interest in what you said.

Ttyl: talk to you later

This is one of the more popular closures of the chatting session.

Example Sentence: “I have to go to my spin class. Ttyl!”

There you have it! You're all set to join the conversation.

What chat acronym left you scratching your head? Leave us a comment and let us know!