Family Safety Articles
As a parent, you want to understand your kids. Frustratingly, the ever-evolving world of slang terms makes it more difficult to communicate with them, and having this divide can affect your relationship. Thankfully, we’re here to help break down all the terms you may not understand. We’ll look at the slang term “KMS,” its meaning,…
The BTW acronym is a chat slang that will constantly pop up on your kid’s phone or even in everyday conversations. The three-letter acronym may make you scratch your head, as you might not be familiar with modern slang. However, it might surprise you to learn that BTW is one of the most common chat…
Slang and chat language are constantly evolving. This type of mainstream communication language welcomes new words and phrases almost every day. “SUS” is one of these many chat acronyms that teens use every day in their chats. You must have spotted this slang on your kids’ mobiles or their social platforms. But do you know…
Today, teens often use slang during online or real-life conversations which can baffle those who don’t know what these terms mean. One of the many slang terms we’ve seen using in recent years is SSDD but what exactly does it mean? Thankfully we’re here to help. We’ll give you all the information you need to…
If you have teens who casually use GOAT in conversations whether online or in real life, they are not talking about the animal. Instead, the term GOAT is slang with different meanings depending on the context of the topic/conversation. Most of the time, the term GOAT has a positive connotation and is often used for…
Among the seemingly never-ending new list of words parents need to understand, “cap” is another linguistic gem that your teenage kids commonly use in their chats. But do you know exactly what this 3-letter expression means? Here we will unravel the secrets of this popular slang and explore all its meanings. Also, we’ll shed some…
It’s possible that you’ve already heard the term “throwing shade” from your teens while they were chatting with friends. Or maybe you’ve seen them use it while reading comments online. The phrase is common in social media and pop culture, but what does it actually mean? Is it a positive or negative phrase that your…
Teens use all kinds of slang in their chats that might seem a complete mystery to you. But for them, using chat acronyms and slang is part of their identity and contributes to language evolution. Among these popular acronyms is “WBU”, which you must have come across countless times. If you are unsure about the…
As a parent, it’s important to stay informed and up to date on the language our kids use to better understand their online activities and interactions. Doing so will ensure their safety at all times, whether virtually or in the real world. Here we’ll dig into the meaning of FWB and where teens often use…
Along with a seemingly countless number of other words, ISTG is one of these trendy chat acronyms that teens are constantly using in their texts and online posts. But what does this term mean and should parents be concerned? As with any internet slang, it can be used in various contexts and have some different…
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