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What are common slang terms used in French digital communication

Your Go-To Guide for Texting in French: Navigate Informal Communication and Abbreviations: What are common slang terms used in French digital communication
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Common slang terms used in French digital communication often include abbreviations, acronyms, and phonetic shortcuts to speed up typing and facilitate casual conversation. Examples of popular French digital slang include:

  • “mdr” which stands for “mort de rire” (dying of laughter), similar to “LOL” in English.
  • “ptdr” meaning “pété de rire” (cracking up laughing).
  • “svp” for “s’il vous plaît” (please).
  • “cqt” meaning “ce qu’il te faut” (what you need).
  • “tkt” short for “t’inquiète” (don’t worry).
  • “bg” for “beau gosse” (handsome guy).
  • Numeric shortcuts like “pk” for “pourquoi” (why) and “slt” for “salut” (hi).

These shortcuts, acronyms, and phonetically spelled words are commonly used in chats, texts, and social media to convey messages quickly while maintaining informality. Moreover, French digital slang integrates some code-switching and creative abbreviations to enhance speed and expressiveness in online communication. Such language evolves rapidly, especially among younger generations engaging in social media platforms and instant messaging. 11, 18

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