DTN

What Does DTN Mean?

DTN means "Don't Trust Nobody."

The abbreviation DTN is typically used by people with relationship issues with the meaning "Don't trust Nobody," when posting about their bitter experience on social media, especially TikTok.

DTN is usually preceded by a hashtag (#) For example:
  • When you think you have a friend for life then find out the truth. #DTN.
  • Apparently, we were "on a break." #DTN.
The same sentiment is often expressed with the abbreviations DTA ("Don't Trust Anyone"), DTB ("Don't Trust Bitches/Boys"), and TNO ("Trust No One").

DTN is sometimes made more emphatic with the addition of the numeronym 4L ("For Life"), i.e., DTN4L, meaning "Don't trust Nobody For Life".

Summary of Key Points

"Don't Trust Nobody" is the most common definition for DTN on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
DTN
Definition:Don't Trust Nobody
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:
4: Difficult to guess
Typical Users:
Adults and Teenagers

Example of DTN Used in a Text

DTN

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See Also

CREEP (internet stalker, untrustworthy person) IGWT (in God we trust) ITALY (I trust and love you) SAFE (cool, no problem, thanks, trustworthy)