K

What Does K Mean in a Text?

Quick Answer

In texting and online, the letter k means "okay" or "kids."

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Okay

The letter k is often used in chat as a way of shortening the abbreviation "OK" still further. The use of k indicates acceptance, agreement, approval, or acknowledgment. However, it may sometimes be interpreted as lacking enthusiasm. For example:

• Toni: I have got us tickets for the game on Saturday!
• Terri: Errr, K. Can't wait.

• Cynic 1: Give me the most pointless abbreviation you've ever come across.
• Cynic 2: K.

Kids

On online dating sites, K is also used with the meaning "kids." For example:

• Dater 1: Do you like k?
• Dater 2: I love k, bit I couldn't eat a whole one.

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K may actually indicate that something is not really okay.

Summary of Key Points

K (Definition 1)
Definition:	Okay
Type:	Slang Word (Jargon)
Guessability:	2: Quite easy to guess
Typical Users:	Adults and Teenagers

K (Definition 2)
Definition:	Kids
Type:	Abbreviation
Guessability:	2: Quite easy to guess
Typical Users:	Adults

Example of K Used in a Text

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