PTB
What Does PTB Mean in a Text?
PTB means "Please Text Back."Image for PTB
When I write PTB, I mean this:
"Please Text Back"
Summary of Key Points
"Please Text Back" is the most common definition for PTB on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.| PTB | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Please Text Back |
| Type: | Abbreviation |
| Guessability: |  2: Quite easy to guess |
| Typical Users: |  Adults and Teenagers |
Second Definition for PTB
This meaning was also noted:| PTB | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Passing the Buck |
| Type: | Abbreviation |
| Guessability: | 2: Quite easy to guess |
| Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
Third Definition for PTB
This meaning was also noted, but it is not common:| PTB | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Powers That Be |
| Type: | Abbreviation |
| Guessability: | 2: Quite easy to guess |
| Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
Example of PTB Used in a Text
PTB
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