WKYP

What Does WKYP Mean in a Text?

WKYP (Will Keep You Posted) means "I will keep you updated on the situation." It is typically used at the end of a conversation.

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When I write WKYP, I mean this:

meaning of WKYP

WKYP means "I will keep you posted (i.e., updated)."

Summary of Key Points

"Will Keep You Posted" is the most common definition for WKYP on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
WKYP
Definition:Will Keep You Posted
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:guessability level 2
2: Quite easy to guess
Typical Users:typical user

Adults and Teenagers

Examples of WKYP in Sentences

Here is an example of WKYP being used in a conversation:
  • Charlie: I'm going for my interview today.
  • Jordan: Good luck!
  • Charlie: WKYP.

An Academic Look at WKYP

WKYP is used as a standalone declarative sentence (i.e., a statement), which translates best as "I will keep you posted." In other words, it is not used as another part of speech within a wider sentence.

What Did We Say before Texting and Social Media?

Before the digital era, we might have said something like "I'll provide you with updates as they occur" instead of WKYP.

Example of WKYP Used in a Text

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