English Slang & Text Abbreviations, Explained
Seen a word you don’t recognise or a message you can’t decode? Slanguage.Chat helps you make sense of English slang and text abbreviations used in everyday conversations, mobile messages and live chat apps.
From British slang like “bruv” and “innit” to texting shortcuts such as “BRB”, “IDK” and “TBH”, explore what people mean—and how context changes the conversation. Discover regional expressions, internet slang and the shorthand shared across group chats, gaming communities and social media.
Whether you’re learning English, keeping up with unfamiliar phrases or simply trying to get the joke, our aim is to make everyday language easier to understand. Learn what an expression means, how it’s used and when it might fit your conversation.