DWTTAI

What Does DWTTAI Mean in a Text?

DWTTAI means "Don't Want to Talk About It." The abbreviation DWTTAI means someone does not want to give you information about something and is commonly used as a response to close off a question.

Many psychologists believe this response signifies hidden agendas or passive-aggressive behaviour. For example, someone may be unhappy, but be uncertain how to broach the subject with a friend or colleague. When asked what the matter is they will often say "I don't want to talk about it," when in fact the opposite is true.

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When I write DWTTAI, I mean this:

DWTTAI means "Don't Want To Talk About It."

Summary of Key Points

"Don't Want to Talk About It" is the most common definition for DWTTAI on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

DWTTAI
Definition:	Don't Want to Talk About It
Type:	Abbreviation
Guessability:	4: Difficult to guess
Typical Users:	Adults and Teenagers

Examples of DWTTAI in Sentences

Here are examples of DWTTAI being used in conversations:

• Geoff: Did you get into trouble for trying to leave early?
• Kirstie: And some, but DWTTAI.

• Jess: What's the matter? You have been sulky for days?
• Beccy: Nothing. It's fine. DWTTAI.

An Academic Look at DWTTAI

DWTTAI is an abbreviation of a complete sentence and is short for "I don't want to talk about it." It is most commonly used as a standalone declarative sentence (i.e., a statement). In other words, it is not always used as another part of speech within a wider sentence.

What Did We Say before Texting and Social Media?

Before the digital era, we might have said something like "Do you mind if we don't" instead of DWTTAI.

Example of DWTTAI Used in a Text

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