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Texting Acronyms

These acronyms are commonly used in text messages and online chats. Parents should familiarize themselves with these terms to better understand their children's digital communications and address any potential concerns.

Note: Some acronyms involve explicit language or references to risky behaviors. It's important for parents to approach conversations about these topics with sensitivity and openness.

POS Parent over shoulder
PIR Parent in room
PAW

Parents are watching

CTN Can't talk now
CD9 Code 9 (Parents are around)
KPC Keeping parents clueless
LMIRL Let's meet in real life
NIFOC Nude in front of computer
GNOC Get naked on camera
TDTM Talk dirty to me
IWSN I want sex now
ASL

Age, sex, location

KMY/KYS Kill myself/Kill yourself
FOMO  Fear of missing out
HAK

Hugs and Kisses

1174

Nude club

ADR

Address

KFY

Kiss for you