For people who are still new to the online dating world might find it a bit overwhelming at first, but fascinating and exciting nonetheless. You might find that online daters have their own slang that they've developed over the years. This kind of slang helps them communicate in a more efficient way. Thus, as one of the singles learning the art of online dating, you must also know this kind of language, to be able to communicate with your match better.
Here are some acronyms that start with a "C," "D," and "E" that are commonly used in chat rooms all over the online world:
CFN - Ciao For Now. Basically the same as "BFN" which means "Bye For Now." Used when you have to leave the chat room for a while and you don't know when you are going to come back.
CID - Consider It Done. If this reminds you of something like a butler or a genie would say, then you aren't wrong. But typing this doesn't mean that you have plans of becoming your chat mate's butler or genie, but this is an assurance that you are going to do what the other person on the line has asked you to. For example, she wants you to post up a recent picture, then you can reply with CID if you are really going to do it.
CUL or CUL8R - See You Later. If you're wondering where the "C" went, it's for the word, "SEE." L8r is a common abbreviation for the word "later." Used in the same context as CFN.
DNW - Do Not Want. Pretty straightforward. Used when one doesn't want to do something or doesn't like the particular subject. For example, "I have to do my laundry, so tiring. DNW."
DQMOT - Don't Quote Me On That. Again a straightforward acronym, though not commonly used nowadays. Used when you don't want your words repeated or quoted to other people.
EOM - End of Message. It means what it says. It's the end of message right then and there. Usually used when multiple messages are sent over e-mail, though nowadays it's rarely used if at all.
Don't be left behind! Know all of these acronyms and make sure that you can go head to head with all the other online daters, and know your acronyms. Know when to say "DNW" and "DQMOT" on the proper occasions. Know when to say goodbye in a fun way by typing "CFN" and "CUL," and of course, know when to say "EOM."
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