Common Live Chat Abbreviations Explained
Short answer: BRB, AFK, PM, mod, ty and a handful of others cover most of what you will see. Learn them in two minutes and the chat becomes easy to follow.
Everyday shorthand
BRB means be right back, AFK means away from keyboard, ty is thank you and np is no problem. They are friendly and harmless.
Room terms
Mod means moderator, PM is a private message and OP is the original poster in a thread. Knowing these helps you follow the rules.
Money terms
Tokens and credits are prepaid units, and a tip is a voluntary payment. See our glossary for exact definitions.
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If you do not understand something, ask politely or watch for a while. Nobody expects you to know everything on day one.
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