10q
Internet and texting slang for "thank you," formed by reading the alphanumeric string phonetically: "ten" sounds like "than" and "q" sounds like "you." Typical of early SMS and internet chat abbreviation culture, where brevity was essential and creative phonetic substitutions were prized.
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Internet and texting slang for "thank you," formed by reading the alphanumeric string phonetically: "ten" sounds like "than" and "q" sounds like "you." Typical of early SMS and internet chat abbreviation culture, where brevity was essential and creative phonetic substitutions were prized. Still used today in casual digital communication, often with a playful or retro flavor. More likely to appear in informal text exchanges, social media comments, or gaming chat than in formal writing.
She replied to his help with a simple "10q!!" and three heart emojis.
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Internet and texting shorthand for thank you, using the phonetic substitution of 10 for ten (approximating thank) and q for the you sound. Part of a broader tradition of numeric and alphanumeric text compressions popular in early SMS and instant messaging culture. Now somewhat dated but still widely recognized. Variants like thx and ty have become more standard in contemporary texting.
She replied with a simple 10q and a thumbs-up emoji and didn't look up from her phone.
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(Internet slang, texting) thank you.
"10q" is internet slang meaning thank you. It travels through TikTok, Discord, Twitter/X, gaming chat and group DMs, and most teens absorb it from feeds and memes rather than from face-to-face friends. Using it is normal online-native behaviour and does not on its own indicate anything worrying. If you are not sure what they mean, asking them to explain it is a friendly, low-stakes way in; teens generally enjoy translating their corner of the internet for a curious parent.
"10q" is online-informal English meaning thank you. It is used widely across English varieties. A more formal or neutral equivalent would be something like "thank you" expressed in standard vocabulary. A common mistake is to use "10q" in essays, emails or job applications; it belongs only in chat, social media or casual messaging. If you are a B2 or C1 learner, it is useful to recognise this word when you hear or read it, but think carefully about whether the situation really calls for it before using it yourself.
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- tyty58%
An enthusiastic, doubled-up internet expression of gratitude — basically 'thank you' but turned up to maximum cuteness and emphasis. Doubling 'ty' (the standard abbreviation for thank you) signals extra sincerity, excitement, or playful warmth. It's the textual equivalent of clasping your hands together. Common in gaming chats, Discord servers, and social media comments where a simple 'thanks' feels too flat. The doubling makes it feel more expressive without the length of typing 'thank you so much.'
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(chiefly, Internet slang, text messaging, abbreviation) thank you.
- TYSM56%
Acronym for "thank you so much". The standard high-warmth thank you in texting and Twitter/Bluesky replies — feels warmer than "thanks" or "ty" without being effusive. Often paired with emoji (🙏, 🫶, 💖). Popular among Gen Z and millennials in roughly equal measure; reads as casual but sincere rather than ironic.