41. O RLY
O RLY - Oh, Really?
"O RLY", ("oh really") is a slang response to express sarcastic doubt, dismay, or incredulity to another online user. You would use this expression when someone else makes a questionable statement or false claim, and you wish to make a snarky response to their obvious mistruth.
Similar expressions to "O RLY" are "NO WAI!" (no way!) and "YA RLY" (yeah, really).
"O RLY" is often spelled all uppercase, but can be also spelled "O Rly" or "o rly". All versions mean the same thing. Just be careful not to type entire sentences in uppercase, as that is considered rude shouting.
While the use of "O RLY" does have a humor element, it is inherently a negative expression, so be careful not to use this expression too often, lest you become known as an online troll (provoker of negative energy). Use this expression sparingly, and only when another online user makes a claim that is blatantly false or untrue, and you can easily prove so.
42. iirc
IIRC - If I Recall Correctly
IIRC is used when answering a question that you are unsure of, or when you want to make a pointed suggestion where you are uncertain about your facts.
e.g. User: Wikileaks is about government whistleblowers, iirc.
e.g. User: IIRC, you can't submit your taxes online without a special code you get in the post.
43. imho (imo)
IMHO - In My Humble Opinion
Also: JMHO - Just My Humble Opinion
Also: IMO - In My Opinion
IMHO is used to demonstrate humility while simultaneously making a suggestion or posing an argument in online conversation. IMHO is also spelled in all lowercase as imho.
e.g. User 1: IMHO, you should the smaller car in silver instead of red.
e.g. User 2: A lot of people think she's a flake, but IMHO, Lady Gaga is a very talented performer who delivers a catchy product.
44. irl
IRL - In Real Life
Also: RL - Real Life
IRL is the expression for "in actual practice" or for referring to "one's life away from the computer/phone". People commonly use this expression when they are making an argument for something, and want to claim that their suggestion is the most practically useful. IRL is also a humorous way to refer to one's responsibilities and stressors away from the computer and telephone".
45. mego
My Eyes Glaze Over
MEGO" is the slang acronym for "My Eyes Glaze Over". It is a jargon way of saying "this is really boring" or "this is way too technical for anyone to really care."
Example of MEGO usage:
- (first user:) No, because the game uses a two-roll system, the crit rating does factor with hit rating on an (X + Y)*% uptime basis. You will need to divide that over the entire time of combat, allowing for the proc per minute average of 6 seconds every 60 seconds.
- (second user:) dear god man. M E G O!
- (third user:) ROFL! MEGO is right!
46. mtfbwy
MTFBWY - May the Force Be With You
"MTFBWY" is the slang acronym for "May the Force Be With You". It is a coloquial way of saying "good luck / take care" when someone leaves an online chat conversation.
"MTFBWY" is often spelled all uppercase, but can be also spelled "mtfbwy". All versions mean the same thing. Just be careful not to type entire sentences in uppercase, as that is considered rude shouting.
Examples of MTFBWY usage:
- (first user:) OK, peeps. I'm off to break the news to wifey. I hope she doesn't kick me in the nuts over the dent in the car.
- (second user:) good luck man!
- (third user:) MTFBWY!
47. noob
Noob - Newcomer / Rookie / Amateur
Also: Nub
Also: Newb
Also: Noobie
"Newb" means "newbie/newcomer" or "amateur/rookie", a derogatory description for the new person in the group. Newb is also spelled "Noob" (both rhyme with "tube"). There is the variation spelling "nub" (which rhymes with "tub"). All mean the same thing.
Newb / noob / nub is used to express condescension or harsh impatience towards a new participant in the community. The term implies that the new person is unskilled and inexperienced, and has yet to earn the people's respect.Yes, it is possible to use newb as a type of awkward expression of affection, but the term is inherently a harsh word, so be careful how and when you use it.
Newb / noob / nub is often used with another expression of frustration, RTFM.
Examples of newb / noob / nub usage:
- Did you see the noob that the boss just hired? Get a load of the tie he's wearing!
- Sergeant: what's with all the nubs? We don't have enough room in these barracks!
- OK, noobs. Welcome to our gaming clan. Now get ready to earn your membership, because this next fight is set to hard mode.
- What are you, a newb? Fer chrissake, RTFM and turn off your caps lock if you want to be a part of this forum.
- OK, listen up, nubs: we expect all of you to have flask buffs in place before we start a boss fight. Our gaming guild assumes that you have basic knowledge, so please don't disappoint us with stupid newb mistakes.
48. oatus
OATUS - On a Totally Unrelated Subject
"OATUS" is "On a Totally Unrelated Subject". This is internet shorthand for changing the topic of conversation. OATUS is commonly used in online chatting, where a current conversation topic been evolving for several minutes, but you wish to change the direction of the conversation on a whim, often because something just occured to you.
Example of OATUS usage:
- (User 1) I don't care what Steve Jobs says, Apple is hardware-locking us *and* they refuse to acknowledge that we want to have Flash and USB ports.
- (User 2) Yeah, but Apple still makes the best cell phones and slate tablets. And you can get hardware to give you USB ports
- .(User 3) Guys, OATUS: I need some help with my Firefox.
- (User 2) Is something wrong with your Firefox?(User 3) Unsure. It keeps giving me an error message when I try to log into my Hotmail.
49. o gawd
O GAWD - Oh God
O Gawd is the same expression as OMG. It is used to express dismay, shock, surprise. It is often used during moments of extreme embarrassment, either by the writer, or by someone the writer witnesses.
50. otoh
OTOH - On the Other Hand
"OTOH" is the slang acronym for "On the Other Hand". It is used when a person wants to list items on both sides of an argument
"OTOH" is often spelled all uppercase, but can be also spelled "otoh". All versions mean the same thing. Just be careful not to type entire sentences in uppercase, as that is considered rude shouting.
Example of OTOH usage:
- (first user:) I think you should buy that new i7 computer. Your current machine sucks.
- (second user:) My wife would kill me if I spent 2 grand on a new computer.
- (second user, again:) OTOH, she might like a faster machine in the house, if I can get her that interior design software to go with it.
