Chat Lingo
Chat shorthand/lingo/abbreviations/slang
Sometimes called leet-speak, netspeak, or just gibberish to the over 35 crowd.
OK moms and dads, you need to know some of these, especially the “Top 50+ — Parents Must Know” list, so you are not k13w13$$ (clueless) when reviewing your kid’s coded language used for instant and text messaging, chat and emails.
Save and or Print in PDF format – “Top 50+” list
Don’t forget to order the Kid Safe Cyberspace booklet if you have not already done so. There is much to know about Internet safety, and this booklet will guide you through the Internet dangers mine field.
Top 50+ — Parents Must Know List
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88 — Love and Kisses |
MOS – Mom Over Shoulder |
Below you will find additional resources for assisting parents in understanding their children’s printed words (even though they aren’t really words).
No Slang.com – Has a good slang translator, slang dictionary, and a very good Netspeak guide.
The NetLingo – They have a top 50 list too, and mine pales in comparison, but if you have teens or even pre-teens you need to review their list. Be aware that it is X-rated. You will also find other lists, acronyms, and text message shorthand. While here be sure to review the “Online Safety Statistics.”
Teen Chat Decoder – Here you will find some good resources as well.
Don’t forget to order the Kid Safe Cyberspace booklet if you have not already done so. There is much to know about Internet safety, and this booklet will guide you through the Internet dangers mine field.
Good Luck!
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