English slang: Texting
15 slang words with meanings and example sentences.
lowkeysomewhat or secretly; used to soften a statement or admit something quietlyI'm lowkey nervous about the exam tomorrow.Formality: very informal — texting/social media only, never in professional writing
rnabbreviation for 'right now'I can't talk, I'm busy rn.Formality: very informal — texting abbreviation only
tbhabbreviation for 'to be honest', used to introduce a candid opiniontbh I didn't like the ending of that show.Formality: informal — fine in texting and casual chat, not professional writing
flexto show off something, like an achievement or possessionShe's always flexing her new sneakers on Instagram.Formality: informal — casual conversation and social media
vibe checkan informal assessment of someone's mood or the atmosphere of a situationJust doing a vibe check before we head to the party.Formality: very informal — social media and texting, playful tone
hits differentsomething feels especially good, unique, or impactful in a way that's hard to explainCoffee on a rainy morning just hits different.Formality: informal — common in texting and social media captions
iykykabbreviation for 'if you know you know', implying something is understood only by people with shared experience or knowledgeThat inside joke was hilarious, iykyk.Formality: very informal — social media captions and texting only
main character energyacting confident and living as if you're the star of your own storyShe walked into the interview with pure main character energy.Formality: informal — social media and casual conversation among younger speakers
living rent freedescribes something that keeps occupying your thoughts even though you can't control itThat song has been living rent free in my head all week.Formality: informal — texting and social media, playful expression
it's givingused to describe the vibe or impression something gives offThis outfit is giving early 2000s, and I love it.Formality: very informal — social media and texting among younger speakers
slayto do something extremely well or look amazingYou slayed that presentation today!Formality: very informal — casual encouragement, texting and social media
dm meabbreviation for 'direct message me', asking someone to send a private messageIf you want the details, just dm me.Formality: informal — social media and messaging contexts
sending mesomething is so funny it's making you laugh a lotThat meme is sending me, I can't stop laughing.Formality: very informal — texting and social media only
situationshipa romantic relationship without a clear label or commitmentWe're not officially dating, it's more of a situationship right now.Formality: very informal — social media and casual conversation only
toxicharmful or manipulative in a way that damages someone's wellbeing, especially in a relationshipShe finally left the friendship once she realized how toxic it had become.Formality: informal but widely used, including in casual professional contexts
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