What Does KTHXBAI Mean in a Text?
The Quick Answer
KTHXBAI, KTHNXBAI, KTHXBI, and KTHNXBI all mean "Okay Thanks Bye."More Detail...
They all carry a connotation of "thanks for nothing" and are mostly used to end a conversation abruptly and aggressively. Of course, KTHXBAI (and the other variations) can be used in many other contexts, i.e., not necessarily with aggressive overtones.Image for KTHXBAI
When I write KTHXBAI, I mean this:

KTHXBAI usually carries a connotation of "yeah, whatever" or "thanks for nothing."
Summary of Key Points
We have summarized the key points in the table below:KTHXBAI | |
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Definition: | Okay, Thanks, Bye |
Type: | Internet Slang Term |
Guessability: | ![]() 3: Guessable |
Typical Users: | ![]() Adults and Teenagers |
Examples of KTHXBAI in Sentences
Here are examples of KTHXBAI in conversations:- Charlie: Sorry, but I'm going to the concert with Martin tomorrow.
- Jordan: KTHXBAI (Here, KTHXBAI has a connotation of "whatever.")
- Charlie: I'm just about to get on the plane.
- Jordan: Have a safe trip.
- Charlie: KTHXBAI (Here, KTHXBAI does not have an aggressive connotation.)
An Academic Look at KTHXBAI
KTHXBAI is not technically an initialism abbreviation. It is best described as an "internet slang term," which has emerged for efficiency in writing.What Did We Say before Texting and Social Media?
Before the digital era, we might have said something like "thanks for nothing" instead of KTHXBAI.Example of KTHXBAI Used in a Text
KTHXBAI
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KTHXBI (okay, thanks, bye)
KTHNXBI (okay, thanks, bye)
KTHX (okay, thanks)
K (okay)
KAY (okay)
KK (okay)
KKZ (okay)
KNP (okay, no problem)
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