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All those little short terms that teenagers use like lol and ttyl what are they all do mean?

You're right, teenagers (and really, many people online) use a lot of abbreviations and slang! It can be hard to keep up with all of them. Here's a breakdown of some common ones:

General Abbreviations:

* lol: laughing out loud

* lmao: laughing my a** off (sometimes used more for exaggeration than actual laughter)

* rofl: rolling on the floor laughing

* brb: be right back

* btw: by the way

* imo: in my opinion

* ttyl: talk to you later

* gtg: got to go

* afk: away from keyboard

* np: no problem

* idk: I don't know

* ily: I love you

* nvm: never mind

* jk: just kidding

* smh: shaking my head

* omg: oh my god

Slang Terms:

* Lit: Really good, exciting, or enjoyable.

* Yeet: To throw something with force.

* Salty: Angry or upset.

* Slay: To do something extremely well.

* Flex: To show off or brag.

* Savage: A person who is witty and makes biting remarks.

* Extra: Over-the-top or dramatic.

* Stan: A superfan of a particular celebrity or artist.

Important Note: The meaning of some slang words can change very quickly. It's always good to ask if you're unsure!

Let me know if you'd like to know the meaning of other abbreviations or slang terms!

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