If you’re on any given social media site (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc), it doesn’t take long until you come across several social media abbreviations. Social media platforms are based upon short, to-the-point information – which is why we oftentimes see these abbreviations floating around.
We get it – understanding shorthand isn’t easy. That’s why we’ve put together a list of our favorite social media abbreviations, just for you. Save it, print it, or share it with your friends so you can all stay up-to-date on the latest lingo!
- DYK – Did You Know
- BTW – By the Way
- IMO – In My Opinion
- LOL – Laugh Out Loud
- FTW – For The Win
- SMH – Shaking My Head
- GR8 – Great!
- FOMO – Fear of Missing Out
- FBO – Facebook Official
- NSFW – Not Safe For Work
- OMW – On My Way
- TBT – Throw Back Thursday
- ETA – Estimated Time of Arrival
- EOD – End of Day
- IRL – In Real Life
- BRB – Be Right Back
- GL – Good Luck
- TY – Thank You
- IKR – I Know, Right?
- FB – Facebook
- IG – Instagram
- LI – LinkedIn
- TW – Twitter
- YT – YouTube
- DM – Direct Message
- PM – Personal Message
- AMA – Ask Me Anything
- BAE – Before Anyone Else
- LMK – Let Me Know
- TBH – To Be Honest
What’s your favorite abbreviation? Or a new abbreviation you just learned today? Share with us!