What the Acronyms Your Kids Use Actually Stand For
Greetings, parents! In the digital era, it has become increasingly difficult to keep up with the terminology of the internet, more specifically: text acronyms. What does it mean when your teenage son messages his friend “kys”? Or what about when your teenage daughter replies to your message with “STFU”? What does it all mean? Lucky for you all, today’s article is a complete guide to all things acronyms. We will tell you what some of the most frequently used ones stand for and give you recommendations for how to use them in conversation.
WYD - “Where’re your drugs?”
That’s right Mom and Dad. Your sweet kids aren’t so innocent anymore, are they? Quite the opposite with this one. If your children use the WYD acronym, they are asking where they can locate illicit substances.
IDK - “I disagree with Kanye”
It’s a phrase that is so popular that it has become a common acronym on the internet. Here’s an example of how to use it: Sender 1 says “Hey, what’s your stance on Kanye’s recent behavior?” and Sender 2 says “idk.”
IMO - “In my orifice”
I don’t know (it would be cool if there was an acronym for that) what sick freaks are using this acronym, but I think it’s pretty self explanatory. If you find that any of your children use this one, I want you to take a good hard look in the mirror.
LMAO - “Let’s make anthrax, okay?”
This acronym is by far the most problematic on this list. If your child uses this acronym they are most likely involved in a terrorist plot. Many times, emojis are added on to this acronym and used as a code for secret messages.
DIY - “Did illegalities yesterday”
It is truly shameful that some teenagers would brag about committing crimes. This acronym is strictly used by miscreants, hooligans, and ne’er-do-wells. Although it may be hard, if your child is using this acronym, it may be time to hand them over to the proper authorities.
SMH - “Swing my hammer”
Often misconstrued as a sexual innuendo, this acronym is actually designed for use in text conversations relating to construction work. Teens that use this acronym are go-getters who never shake their head at a challenge.
BTW - “Bust ‘till I’m weak”
This highly inappropriate acronym is used in a sexting context. For example, Sender 1 might say “I’m going to Joe’s party on Saturday btw.” Sender 2 would subsequently interpret this message as an invitation to an orgy at Joe’s place.
ILY - “I like yodeling”
What’s the one thing worse than children that do drugs? Children that yodel. The ILY acronym is used when understandably ashamed teenagers express their secret enjoyment of yodeling to each other. Fucken dorks.
KYS - “Know yourself”
This is an acronym that more parents should be using with their kids. If your child is ever feeling down about themselves or feels lost in any way, just send them a quick “kys” and they’ll be sure to never forget it.
There you have it! We hope this article has given you the tools you need to have an open and honest conversation with your kids about their online messages, whether they be about yodeling or international terrorism. If they try to tell you that you’re misinterpreting their messages, that’s most likely because they are embarrassed of the truth. Stay strong parents, and don’t forget, kys.