Have you ever spent a full minute staring at your screen trying to digest a text from your friend? We simplify our language for brevity and quick-typing fingers, but texting lingo, especially from Gen Z, can be confusing.
If you've been sent a text asking "WTM?" here's everything you need to know, including how to respond and use it in your conversations.
What does 'WTM'mean?
"WTM" stands for "What's the move?"It's an acronym used to see what's happening. It's often used like "What's the plan?" to establish the next social gathering – to figure out where and with whom you're hanging out next.
It can also mean "What's the matter" or "Whatever that means."
How to use 'WTM'
You can use "WTM" by itself to ask about upcoming plans or happenings, or you can use a phrase like this:
- "I have off work tonight, wtm?"
- "Wtmfor the party this weekend?"
- "Jorge said you guys are hanging tonight. WTM?"
Here's an example of how to respond to "WTM":
- Person 1: "Wtmfor tomorrow?"
- Person 2: "We're going to Jaycee's party at 7 p.m. do you want me to pick you up?"
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