/LY
What Does /LY Mean?
/LY means "Lyrics."/LY (usually typed /ly and more often typed simply as /l) is a tone indicator, used to indicate that the sender is quoting song lyrics in a message. For example:
- In every life we have some trouble. But when you worry, you make it double. /ly. (Meaning: Worrying never solved anything.)
- You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow. /ly. (Meaning: Seize the opportunity.)
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When I write /LY, I mean this:
"Lyrics"
Summary of Key Points
"Lyrics" is the most common definition for /LY on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.| /LY | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Lyrics |
| Type: | Internet Slang Term |
| Guessability: |  4: Difficult to guess |
| Typical Users: |  Adults and Teenagers |
Example of /LY Used in a Text
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/LH (lighthearted) /LI (literally) /LU (little upset) /M (metaphorically) /NM (not mad) /NSRS (not serious) /NSX (non-sexual intent) /NX (non-sexual intent) /RH (rhetorical question) /RT (rhetorical question) /SRS (serious, seriously) /X (sexual intent)Quiz
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