Category: Phrases

Did a friend tell you that they think the entire experience of going to a concert seems surreal? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The word ‘surreal’ refers to a life experience that seems challenging to understand or strange. The experience may feel dream-like to the person and can describe […]

When was the last time you wrote a note or sent a paper letter? Perhaps it has been a while, but one thing that was commonly found on the bottom was “P.S.”. While you may think of P.S. in the terms of a recent movie, or just something someone says offhand, it has an actual […]

Have you ever noticed a couple getting hot and heavy in the park? Maybe the couple in front of you can’t keep their hands off each other while waiting for their coffee? PDA is certainly here to stay. While some people might enjoy engaging in PDA, others may find it uncomfortable. This post unpacks the […]

If you spend any of your time on social media or playing multiplayer video games, you can't have escaped mentions of "ratio". The fact that "ratio" is an insult is usually immediately apparent, but what does the term mean, and where did it come from? Learn more about that, and how to use "ratio", in […]

Have you ever come across the abbreviation RE? Perhaps these two innocuous letters are often present in your formal communications. If you are at a loss as to what RE really means, we are helping. RE, or regarding is a common English word with many uses. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this […]

Has one of your friends sent you a funny text that just tickles your funny bone? Maybe you saw a meme online that has you in stitches? If so, there are a few ways you can react, ROFL being one of them. Not sure what ROFL means or how to use it? We can help. […]

While planning or working on a project, you may come across the acronym TBD. Maybe you are in the middle of a project, but want to leave one section for later, if so, TBD can come in handy. But what does TBD mean? TBD stands for "to be determined." It's used when the details of […]

Have you seen the term 'RSVP' appear anywhere on social media and need to know what the term means? The term 'RSVP' is a common request that appears on invitations, and many people still don't know that the term comes from French. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this term. Meaning The term […]

Did your ‘BSF’ text you asking if you want to go to the movies tonight? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this acronym. Meaning The abbreviation ‘BSF’ stands for ‘best friend.’ It’s a common acronym found in online communications between friends. Typically, women and girls will use BSF, but some boys may also […]

Did a friend just say ‘ciao’ instead of goodbye to you? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘ciao’ is a farewell or welcoming greeting used as a pleasantry in conversation. You can say it when greeting a friend or saying goodbye to them. It’s a flexible greeting akin […]