WORLD
WFH / WAH
It is a flexible working arrangement
work from home / work at home
ofc
Can be used as a quick response to someone asking for your help or to someone thanking you
of course
BTW
quickly introducing side notes, adding forgotten details, or smoothly transitioning to a related, secondary topic
By the way
DM
a private correspondence sent between users on social media platforms
direct message
FYI
An informal way of letting someone know of new or important facts
For your information
jk
This is usually said after making a joke
Just Kidding
UN
an international intergovernmental organization where countries can gather to maintain international peace and security, promote human rights, and foster global cooperation
United Nations
ASAP
It lets others know you are doing something, or want something done, as soon as is feasible
As soon as possible
NP
A simple response to someone thanking you
No problem
OMW
to quickly let someone know you are traveling to a specific location, currently en route, or just leaving.
On my way
IQ
It is a standardized score derived from specialized tests designed to assess a person's cognitive abilities—such as reasoning, logic, and problem-solving
Intelligence Quotient
FIFA
Fédération Internationale de Football Association
WHO
the specialized agency of the UN responsible for international public health
World Health Organization
YOLO
when justifying or encouraging a spontaneous, impulsive, or slightly risky decision = carpe diem
You only live once
IRL
to distinguish physical, face-to-face experiences from online, digital, or fictional ones
In real life
SOML
whenever you experience a frustrating, repetitive, or highly relatable situation that feels perfectly typical for your life.
Story of my life
EQ
It is a standardized score derived from specialized tests designed to assess a person's emotional intelligence
Emotional Quotient
DIY
It of course refers to constructing or making something yourself.
Do it yourself
NATO
It is an intergovernmental military alliance of 32 member countries, bound together to guarantee their collective freedom, security, and mutual defense
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
FOMO
when describing the anxiety or regret of missing out on an exciting event or opportunity
Fear of Missing Out
tbh
Used before revealing an opinion, emotion, or the truth
To be honest
IIRC
when you are sharing information but want to leave room for error or gently welcome correction
If I Remember Correctly
If I Recall Correctly
COVID-19
Coronavirus Disease of 2019
ATM
somewhere you can access your money on the street
NASA
a U.S. government agency that is responsible for science and technology related to air and space
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
TIL
written at the beginning of a sentence when you want to share a newly discovered, surprising, or little-known fact in a casual conversation
Today I learned...
TIL: "Bananas are actually berries, but strawberries aren't!"
BRB
Great way to let your friends or colleagues know that you’re stepping away from phone / computer for a short period of time
Be right back
TL;DR
to provide a quick summary of a lengthy text
Too long; didn't read
Too lazy; didn't read
ICU
It is a specialized, highly monitored department in a hospital designed for patients with life-threatening illnesses or severe injuries
Intensive Care Unit
WWW
World Wide Web
UFO
any aerial object or phenomenon that cannot be readily identified by the observer.
Unidentified Flying Object
CLAYGO
you leave the area without any traces of trash
Clean As You Go
LMK
whenever you are requesting an answer, update, or feedback
Let me know
AFAIK
Use it in casual texts, online chats, or informal emails when sharing information but acknowledging you aren't 100% certain and leaving room for updates or corrections.
As far as I know
AFAIK the meeting is scheduled for tomorrow morning.
AIDS
It is the most advanced stage of infection with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
SMART (Goals/objectives)
An objective-setting technique designed to make effective goals in project management and strategic planning.
Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Time-bound Goals