Entertainment, Media & Digital Culture - Internet Shorthand

used to share information someone may have missed

used to distinguish offline or face-to-face interactions from online ones

used online to indicate someone is looking for a specific item, service, or information

used on social media to ask viewers to like a post or content

used to admit something honestly or openly

explicit or inappropriate for viewing in professional or public settings

used to express surprise, shock, or excitement

used to indicate that someone is en route

a public acknowledgment or praise

used as a preface to a candid or frank statement, opinion, or observation

used to express a relatable emotion or situation, often humorously

used online to invite questions from others

used online to refer to someone in your social circle

used to express happiness, affection, or cuteness; often associated with e-girls, furries, femboys, and anime fandoms

used online or in texting to ask about someone's appearance

(TikTok) a personalized feed of recommended content and videos

used online or in texting to indicate laughter

used to express disbelief, disappointment, or frustration at something stupid or frustrating

used to convey laughter, excitement, or happiness

used jokingly to express extreme frustration or disappointment