How Many Of These Internet Abbreviations Do You Recognize?

    WTF does LOL mean? Don't send another text message until you learn these abbreviations.

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    Sam Weiner
    by Sam Weiner

    BuzzFeed Staff

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    Daniel Kibblesmith
    by Daniel Kibblesmith

    BuzzFeed Staff

    Confused by all the acronyms that get thrown around in text messages and internet conversations? We've got your back — here are all the most popular internet abbreviations demystified.

    1. LOL

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    If someone texts you "LOL," they're letting you know they understood your joke, but didn't find it very funny.

    2. ILU

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    Self-explanatory.

    3. WTF

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    This laid-back acronym tells friends to chill out, 'cause you're not in a rush!

    4. OMG

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    Send help if someone texts you this–they're crumpled up on the floor right now.

    5. BRB

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    Leaving the computer for a sec? Type BRB to let your friends know that you'll be right back, but, in the interim, you'll be replaced online by the ultimate chatster.

    6. Literally Me RN

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    Only use this if you're the deceased 37th president of the United States.

    7. WAD1D

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    This common chat sign-off keeps things in perspective.

    8. PDCO4S

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    Parents, beware! If you find your teen using this common slang it means they're sexually active. And you're dead!

    9. WtPotUS,iOtfampU,eJ,idT,pftcd,ptgW,astBoLtoaoP,doaetCftUSoA

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    Teenagers love this convenient shortcut for reminding each other of the freedom Americans hold so dear.