Did someone type ‘gl’ in the chat as you start a game? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The acronym ‘gl’ stands for ‘good luck.’ It’s a way of wishing someone well. It’s common for gamers to use the abbreviation in gaming chats where they want to wish luck to […]
Overrated – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you looking for a word to describe a movie over-hyped by the media? If it failed to meet your expectations, you could say it's 'overrated.' This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'overrated' means something is over-hyped in media or others. It fails to meet your high expectations […]
JP – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did someone just ask you if you’re serious after sending them an outlandish request? If so, you could reply with ‘jp’ to let them know you’re joking around. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The text-based acronym ‘jp’ stands for ‘just playin.’ You can use ‘just playin’ in verbal exchanges […]
WC – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you traveling to England? If you need the bathroom, ask for the 'WC,' not the toilet. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The acronym 'WC' stands for 'Water Closet.' A water closet is a 'half-bathroom' in the United States. Typically, a water closet has a toilet and a sink […]
KMT – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did a friend reply with ‘kmt’ after you sent them a funny insult on WhatsApp? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The acronym ‘kmt’ stands for ‘kiss my teeth.’ If you tell someone to ‘kiss your teeth,’ you’re conveying disdain, disgust, disapproval, annoyance, or anger at them. You’ll usually use […]
Wack – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you displeased with something you have received? Maybe your friends played a joke on you that you don’t appreciate? Perhaps you just want a phrase that expresses your feelings without being overly verbose. If so, then wack is a great phrase that will let others know just how you feel. This post unpacks the […]
Venti – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did your friend just ask you to order them a 'Venti' from Starbucks? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this term. Meaning The expression 'Venti' is Italian for 'twenty.' A 'Venti' coffee at Starbucks contains 24 ounces of coffee. It's part of the cup rating system used by Starbucks to help customers select […]
TTYS – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did a friend text you 'ttys' at the end of a message? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this acronym. Meaning The acronym 'ttys' is an abbreviation of 'talk to you soon.' You'll use it when signing off a text message to a friend. It means that you'll talk to them soon, and […]
BL – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did someone tell you they enjoy watching 'BL' Anime content? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The acronym 'BL' stands for 'boy love.' It's a term created by the Anime industry, describing Anime content relating to young boys, typically teens. The content has a sexual innuendo and theme, and many […]
Tacky – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did someone tell you your suit looks tacky? It might be time to buy a new one. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'tacky' means a person with vulgar manners or poor posture and behavior around others. It also refers to a lack of style or something looking […]