ATB

What Does ATB Mean in a Text?

The Quick Answer

ATB means "All The Best."

More Observations...

The abbreviation ATB is typically used at the end of a message with the meaning "All The Best," as a way of signing-off. It can also be used earlier in a message as a way of wishing the recipient good luck in something they are about to do. ATB expresses the same sentiment as many other abbreviated salutations, including:

• ATVB (All The Very BEST).
• BEST (Best Regards).
• BRGDS (Best Regards).
• WYATB (Wish You All The Best).

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When I write ATB, I mean this:

ATB is a salutation expressing best wishes.

Summary of Key Points

"All The Best" is, by far, the most common meaning for ATB when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)

ATB
Definition:	All The Best
Type:	Abbreviation
Guessability:	3: Guessable
Typical Users:	Adults and Teenagers

Examples of ATB in Sentences

Here are examples of ATB in conversations:

• Carl: Must dash. See you tomorrow.
• Tina: OK. ATB.

• Steve: Final exam tomorrow. Can't wait to get it over with!
• Sally: I bet! ATB. I'm sure you'll cruise it.

An Academic Look at ATB

The abbreviation ATB is classified as an initialism abbreviation as it is pronounced using its individual letters (i.e., "Ay Tee Bee"). Initialisms are different to acronyms, which are spoken like words. The abbreviation ATB is typically used as a standalone sentence with the meaning "I wish you all the best." In other words, it is not used as a part of speech in a wider sentence.

What Did We Say before Texting and Social Media?

Before the digital era, we would have just said "All The Best" instead of using the abbreviation ATB.

Example of ATB Used in a Text

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