IRC Abbreviations
IRC can often seem like a cryptic world if you can't speak the language. Here are some common abbreviations that chatters tend to use while on the net — especially on IRC.
away from the keyboard
as soon as possible
no problem
be back later
be back in a bit
rolling on floor laughing my arse off
be back shortly
by the way
welcome back
be right back
see ya
see you
i see
laughing out loud
got to go
long time no see
people
short for "OK"
later
hi or hello
never mind
message of the day
rolling on floor laughing
shut the f**k up
oh my God!
oh my f**king God!
I don't know
to be honest
thanks
private message
what the f**k
wait
rest in peace
age/sex/location
do not disturb
what's up
at the moment
great!
take care
male or female
please
what the hell
hugs and kisses
tired or bored
girlfriend
because
have fun
you're welcome
Still confused by a term? Ask in #help — the Help Team is always happy to translate.